CPSC announced the recall on October 8, 2026 and instructed consumers to stop using affected mowers immediately. DR Power Equipment is providing a free repair kit or free dealer installation, and the cited recall materials do not announce a class action, MDL, or coordinated settlement involving these products.
Quick Facts
- Product: DR Power Equipment Pilot and Premier walk-behind trimmer mowers
- Units affected: About 42,860 in the United States
- Hazard: Grass and debris can accumulate and ignite
- Incidents: 19 fires, including two minor burn injuries
Table Of Contents
- Latest DR Trimmer Mowers Recall Developments
- What Is the DR Trimmer Mowers Recall?
- Which DR Trimmer Mowers Were Recalled?
- Why Were DR Trimmer Mowers Recalled?
- How Many DR Trimmer Mowers Were Recalled?
- Were Any Injuries Reported?
- Where Were the Recalled Trimmer Mowers Sold?
- What Types of Burn Injuries Can Occur?
- What Should Consumers Do With Recalled DR Trimmer Mowers?
- Who May Be Affected?
- What Evidence May Matter in a DR Trimmer Mower Claim?
- Who May Be Liable for a DR Trimmer Mower Injury?
- Current DR Trimmer Mowers Lawsuit and Recall Status
- Do I Qualify for a DR Trimmer Mowers Claim?
- Legal Process for a DR Trimmer Mower Claim
- Compensation in a DR Trimmer Mower Injury Case
- Important DR Trimmer Mowers Recall Developments
- Frequently Asked Questions
- What is the DR Trimmer Mowers Lawsuit?
- Which DR trimmer mowers were recalled?
- Why were DR trimmer mowers recalled?
- How many DR trimmer mowers were recalled?
- Have injuries been reported?
- Where were the recalled mowers sold?
- What should I do with a recalled DR trimmer mower?
- Can I file a DR Trimmer Mowers Lawsuit?
- Do I Have a DR Trimmer Mowers Lawsuit?
- References
Latest DR Trimmer Mowers Recall Developments
October 2026
October 8, 2026 – CPSC announced Recall No. 27-016 for about 42,860 DR Power Equipment Pilot and Premier trimmer mowers because accumulated grass and debris can ignite, creating fire and burn hazards that could result in serious injury or death. About 340 additional units were sold in Canada. [1]
October 8, 2026 – CPSC reported 19 incidents involving recalled trimmer mowers catching fire. Two incidents resulted in minor injuries, including blisters on the hands and feet. [1]
October 8, 2026 – Consumers were instructed to stop using recalled mowers immediately and contact DR Power Equipment for a free repair kit. Consumers concerned about installing the kit can arrange free installation through an authorized dealer. [1]
What Is the DR Trimmer Mowers Recall?
The recall involves DR Power Equipment Pilot and Premier walk-behind trimmer mowers. The orange-and-black machines display the DR Power logo on the motor and frame and are labeled “Premier” or “Pro” on the side.
DR Power also maintains product-support resources for its current Pilot and Premier trimmer mowers, including manuals and parts information. [2]
Which DR Trimmer Mowers Were Recalled?
CPSC identified eight affected model numbers, with all serial numbers included:
- T4X1076DMN – DR Trimmer Pilot 7.6 FPT DR MS
- T4X1076DMNR – DR Trimmer Pilot 7.6 FPT DR MS Recon
- T4X1076DMNSD – DR Trimmer Pilot 7.6 FPT DR MS SD
- T4X1176DMN – DR Trimmer Pilot 7.6 FPT DR MS
- T4X1176DMN-1 – DR Trimmer Pilot 7.6 FPT DR MS
- T4X1176DMNR – DR Trimmer Pilot 7.6 FPT DR MS Recon
- TR43076DMN – DR Trimmer Premier 7.6 FPT DR MS
- TR43076DMNR – DR Trimmer Premier 7.6 FPT DR MS Recon
The model number is printed on a label located on the side of the mower’s frame.
Why Were DR Trimmer Mowers Recalled?
CPSC states that grass and debris can accumulate inside the trimmer mower and ignite.
A fire can expose the operator to flames, hot surfaces, smoke, or burning debris and may also ignite surrounding vegetation or property.
How Many DR Trimmer Mowers Were Recalled?
About 42,860 recalled mowers were sold in the United States, with approximately 340 additional units sold in Canada.
The products were sold from November 2022 through July 2026 for approximately $380 to $550.
Were Any Injuries Reported?
DR Power Equipment received 19 reports of the recalled trimmer mowers catching fire. Two reports involved minor injuries, including blisters on the hands and feet.
CPSC describes the underlying defect as posing a risk of serious injury or death from fire and burn hazards.
Where Were the Recalled Trimmer Mowers Sold?
The mowers were sold at Ace, TSC, Bomgaars, other home-improvement and hardware stores, and independent power-equipment retailers nationwide.
They were also sold online at DRPower.com. CPSC identifies Generac Power Systems Inc. of Waukesha, Wisconsin, as the importer.
What Types of Burn Injuries Can Occur?
Burns can range from superficial skin injuries to deeper burns involving underlying tissue. More serious burns can require professional medical treatment, particularly when they cover a large area or involve deeper layers of skin.
MedlinePlus recommends medical evaluation for serious burns and warns against applying ice directly to significant burns. [3]
What Should Consumers Do With Recalled DR Trimmer Mowers?
Consumers should stop using recalled mowers immediately and contact DR Power Equipment for a free repair kit.
If a consumer is not comfortable installing the repair kit, DR Power Equipment can arrange free installation through an authorized dealer. CPSC does not advise continued use before the repair is completed.
Who May Be Affected?
Owners of a DR Power Pilot or Premier trimmer mower carrying one of the eight recalled model numbers may possess an affected product.
Consumers whose mowers caught fire and caused burns, property damage, or other documented losses may want to preserve the machine, photographs, purchase records, medical records, and fire reports.
What Evidence May Matter in a DR Trimmer Mower Claim?
- The recalled DR trimmer mower
- Model and serial numbers
- Purchase receipts or online order records
- Photographs of the mower and fire damage
- Medical records documenting burn injuries
- Fire department or property-damage reports
- Communications with DR Power Equipment or a dealer
Preserving the mower after an incident may help investigators determine how the fire began and whether the recalled condition contributed to the loss.
Who May Be Liable for a DR Trimmer Mower Injury?
Potential liability depends on the facts and applicable law. Manufacturers, importers, distributors, retailers, and other entities in the product’s supply chain may potentially be evaluated after an alleged defective-product injury.
Possible claims may involve design defect, manufacturing defect, failure to warn, negligence, breach of warranty, or other state-law theories. A CPSC recall does not automatically establish civil liability.
Current DR Trimmer Mowers Lawsuit and Recall Status
The documented federal action is CPSC Recall No. 27-016, announced October 8, 2026, covering about 42,860 DR Power Pilot and Premier trimmer mowers in the United States.
The cited CPSC and DR Power materials do not themselves announce a nationwide class action, multidistrict litigation proceeding, or coordinated personal-injury settlement concerning the recalled mowers.
Individual legal review may still be appropriate when a recalled mower allegedly caught fire and caused a medically documented burn injury or substantial property damage.
Do I Qualify for a DR Trimmer Mowers Claim?
- Did you own or use a recalled DR Power Pilot or Premier trimmer mower?
- Did the mower catch fire or ignite during or shortly after use?
- Did you suffer a burn injury, property damage, or another documented loss?
- Can you document the mower, purchase, fire, injury, or resulting damages?
Answering yes to one or more questions does not automatically establish a lawsuit. An attorney can review the product, alleged defect, injury evidence, damages, and applicable filing deadlines.
Legal Process for a DR Trimmer Mower Claim
- Free case review. An attorney reviews the recalled mower, alleged fire, injuries, and available documentation.
- Investigation. Evidence may include the mower, purchase records, photographs, medical records, fire reports, and recall information.
- Filing. If the evidence and applicable law support a claim, a product-liability lawsuit may be filed against one or more potentially responsible parties.
- Discovery/negotiation. The parties may exchange evidence, obtain testimony, consult engineering or medical experts, and discuss possible resolution.
- Resolution. A case may conclude through settlement, dismissal, court ruling, or trial depending on its facts.
Compensation in a DR Trimmer Mower Injury Case
Depending on the circumstances, a claim may seek damages for emergency treatment, burn care, hospitalization, lost income, pain and suffering, property damage, future medical care, and other losses permitted under applicable law.
Compensation amounts vary by case. Past results do not guarantee future outcomes.
Important DR Trimmer Mowers Recall Developments
| Event | Month/Year | Type | Status | Source | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| DR Trimmer Mowers Recall | October 2026 | CPSC Recall | Announced | [1] | About 42,860 U.S. units |
| DR Power Repair Program | October 2026 | Recall Remedy | Available | [1] | Free kit or dealer repair |
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the DR Trimmer Mowers Lawsuit?
The DR Trimmer Mowers Lawsuit topic concerns potential injury or property-damage claims involving recalled DR Power Pilot and Premier trimmer mowers. Individual claims may warrant review when a recalled mower allegedly catches fire and causes a documented loss.
Which DR trimmer mowers were recalled?
Eight Pilot and Premier model numbers are included, with all serial numbers affected. Consumers can find the model number on a label on the side of the mower’s frame.
Why were DR trimmer mowers recalled?
Grass and debris can accumulate inside the mower and ignite. CPSC says this creates serious fire and burn hazards.
How many DR trimmer mowers were recalled?
About 42,860 units were recalled in the United States. Approximately 340 additional units were sold in Canada.
Have injuries been reported?
Yes. DR Power Equipment received 19 fire reports, including two reports of minor injuries involving blisters on the hands and feet.
Where were the recalled mowers sold?
The products were sold through Ace, TSC, Bomgaars, other hardware and power-equipment retailers, and DRPower.com from November 2022 through July 2026.
What should I do with a recalled DR trimmer mower?
Stop using the mower immediately and contact DR Power Equipment for a free repair kit. Free installation through an authorized dealer is available for consumers who have concerns about installing the repair themselves.
Can I file a DR Trimmer Mowers Lawsuit?
A person who suffered a documented burn injury or substantial property damage after a recalled mower allegedly caught fire may warrant individual legal review. The recall itself does not establish liability, and any claim depends on defect evidence, causation, damages, and applicable law.
Do I Have a DR Trimmer Mowers Lawsuit?
If you or a loved one suffered a serious burn or other injury after a recalled DR Power trimmer mower caught fire, you may have legal options. Contact Schmidt & Clark for a free case review.
References
[1] https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2027/DR-Power-Equipment-Recalls-Pilot-and-Premier-Trimmer-Mowers-Due-to-Risk-of-Serious-Injury-or-Death-from-Fire-and-Burn-Hazards
[2] https://www.drpower.com/pages/content/customer-support/product-support/trimmer-mowers
[3] https://medlineplus.gov/ency/article/000030.htm