Recall of the Week: eMax compact tractors due to fire hazard

Mahindra is recalling about 2,000 eMax compact tractors in the United States and about 100 in Canada.

Fuel lines can break or leak, posing a fire hazard, the company and U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission said.

The firm received 61 reports of cracks in the fuel tank pipe. No injuries have been reported.

This recall includes Mahindra eMax compact diesel tractors designed for residential use. They’re red with a black seat. The model number and “Mahindra” are in white lettering on the each side of the hood. Serial numbers for the recalled models are located on the right side of the frame above the front axle.

The tractors were sold at Mahindra dealers throughout the United States and Canada from March 2014 through September 2015 for between $11,300 and $13,600.

Consumers should immediately stop using the tractors and contact a Mahindra dealer to schedule a free repair, the company and commission advise. 

For more information, call Mahindra at 877-449-7771 from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. CT Monday through Friday or visit www.mahindrausa.com and click on Tractor Recall. The firm is contacting registered owners of the tractors directly.

For details on other recalls, see www.recalls.gov.