Spartan Mowers and UTVs, made by Intimidator LLC, announced a voluntary recall on November 20, 2025. The U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission joined in announcing the recall of about 650 riding lawn mowers.
The recalled mowers have a damper in the steering arm that may not be installed correctly. This can cause the mower to bounce without warning, and the operator can lose control. Six model numbers are affected.
Owners should stop using an affected mower right away. They should contact an authorized Spartan dealer for a free inspection and repair. The recall remains open, with no termination announced as of September 28, 2026.
- Action type: Voluntary recall, conducted under CPSC’s Fast Track Recall process
- Announcement and initiation dates: Announced November 20, 2025
- Company and responsible agency: Intimidator LLC d/b/a Spartan Mowers & UTVs (company’s recall notice) and the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission
- Recall or campaign number: CPSC Recall No. 26-103
- Affected models, lots, UPCs, serial numbers, or VINs: Six model numbers (RSSXD161999KE, RSSXD172999KE, RSSXD161994VO, RSSXD172994VO, RSKXD161994VO, RSKXD172994VO), serial range 417930476-420130746
- Number of affected units: About 650 units in the United States
- Sold at and sale period: Authorized Spartan Dealers nationwide, February 2025 through October 2025, for between $16,400 and $19,700
- Hazard: The steering arm dampers can be installed incorrectly, causing unexpected bouncing and loss of operator control – a crash hazard
- Reported incidents, injuries, illnesses, and deaths: 15 reports of unexpected bouncing, including 1 minor injury (scrapes and bruises)
- Remedy: Free inspection and repair of the steering arm dampers at a local Authorized Spartan Dealer
Table Of Contents
- Latest Spartan Lawn Mower Recall Updates
- Which Spartan Lawn Mowers Are Affected?
- Why Were Spartan Lawn Mowers Recalled?
- Reported Incidents, Injuries, or Illnesses
- What Should Consumers Do?
- Legal Options
- Filing Deadlines
- Frequently Asked Questions
- Can I Still File a Claim If My Mower Has Already Been Repaired?
- How Many Spartan Mowers Are Affected by the Recall?
- Should I Still Use My Mower While Waiting for the Repair?
- Do I Need a Lawyer to Get My Recalled Spartan Mower Fixed?
- What If My Mower Does Not Match Any of the Model Numbers Listed?
- Is the Spartan Mower Recall the Same as a Lawsuit?
- References
Latest Spartan Lawn Mower Recall Updates
November 20, 2025: CPSC Announces Spartan Mower Recall
The U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission and Intimidator LLC, doing business as Spartan Mowers and UTVs, announced Recall No. 26-103 on this date [1].
The recall covers about 650 Model Year 2025 Spartan SRT-XD and KGZ-XD riding mowers sold nationwide. The companies said the steering arm dampers were not always installed correctly, which can make the mower bounce and the operator lose control.
Which Spartan Lawn Mowers Are Affected?
The recall covers six model numbers, grouped below by engine type, each within serial numbers 417930476 through 420130746:
- RSSXD161999KE (61-inch) and RSSXD172999KE (72-inch): SRT-XD models with a Kawasaki FX1000E engine rated at 38.5 horsepower.
- RSSXD161994VO (61-inch) and RSSXD172994VO (72-inch): SRT-XD models with a Vanguard Big Block 40EFI w/OG engine.
- RSKXD161994VO (61-inch) and RSKXD172994VO (72-inch): the KGZ-XD pair, each fitted with a Vanguard 40EFI w/OG engine.
The model number and serial number are stamped on a metal plate on the mower’s frame. This plate sits in front of and below the seated operator.
Owners should check this plate against the list above before assuming a mower is not part of the recall. A local Authorized Spartan Dealer can also confirm whether a specific mower is included.
Why Were Spartan Lawn Mowers Recalled?
Spartan Lawn Mowers were recalled because their steering arm dampers can be installed the wrong way. That mistake can make the mower bounce without warning while someone drives it.
Some of these mowers were sold nationwide through Authorized Spartan Dealers. The sales ran from February 2025 through October 2025, before the recall was announced.
When the mower bounces this way, the operator can lose control. The maker and the CPSC call this a crash hazard.
Intimidator LLC carried out the recall on its own, under the CPSC’s Fast Track Recall process described in the manufacturer’s own recall notice, linked above in the at-a-glance box.
The recall applies only to the six affected model and serial number ranges. It does not cover every Spartan mower the company sells.
Reported Incidents, Injuries, or Illnesses
The agency and the manufacturer have received 15 reports of the recalled mowers bouncing unexpectedly while in use, including one minor injury described as scrapes and bruises. Both the CPSC notice and Spartan’s announcement give the same two figures.
Neither source gives a cutoff date for when these reports were collected, a state-by-state breakdown, or the location where each report originated. Only the roughly 650-unit count is specifically tied to the United States.
These reports describe what owners and operators experienced. They are not proof that every recalled mower has this defect, or that the defect caused every incident reported.
What Should Consumers Do?
Owners of a recalled Spartan mower should take the following steps:
- Stop using the recalled mower right away.
- Check the model and serial number on the metal plate at the operator’s feet against the recalled models list.
- Contact a local Authorized Spartan Dealer to schedule a free inspection and repair of the steering arm dampers.
- Call Spartan Mowers and UTVs toll-free at 855-307-0933, 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. Central Time, Monday through Friday, with questions.
- Email service@joinspartannation.com with questions about the recall. The CPSC notice also lists the email address service@spartanmowers.com.
- Find the nearest Authorized Spartan Dealer using the online dealer locator [2].
Legal Options
A recall does not automatically establish liability or eligibility for compensation. An owner or operator hurt in a crash with a recalled mower may want a lawyer to review the facts.
As of September 28, 2026, no lawsuit, class action or MDL has been filed over this recall, based on searches of public court records and the federal registry of pending multidistrict litigation cases [3].
Filing Deadlines
State law sets the window for bringing a legal claim over a mower crash or injury, not this recall notice. That window is not the same from state to state.
The clock usually starts on the date of the crash or injury, though some states count from when the harm was discovered.
Waiting too long can close off a strong claim entirely. A prompt call to a lawyer is the surest way to find out how much time is left.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I Still File a Claim If My Mower Has Already Been Repaired?
Yes, you can still file a claim even if a dealer has already completed the free steering-arm-damper inspection and repair. Having it repaired does not automatically erase a possible legal claim for a crash or injury that happened earlier. Whether a claim is available depends on the individual facts.
How Many Spartan Mowers Are Affected by the Recall?
About 650 Spartan SRT-XD and KGZ-XD mowers are affected, all of them sold in the United States. Neither the CPSC notice nor Spartan’s own recall page lists a separate number of units sold in other countries.
Should I Still Use My Mower While Waiting for the Repair?
No, you should not use the mower while you are still waiting for the repair. Continuing to operate it beforehand keeps the bouncing and loss-of-control risk in place, so it is safer to have a dealer inspect and fix the dampers first.
Do I Need a Lawyer to Get My Recalled Spartan Mower Fixed?
No, you do not need a lawyer to get a recalled mower fixed. The manufacturer provides the recall repair at no cost. An attorney only becomes relevant if you want a crash or injury reviewed for a possible legal claim.
What If My Mower Does Not Match Any of the Model Numbers Listed?
If your mower’s model number does not match one of those listed above, it is not part of this recall. It does not need this repair, and you can keep using it as normal.
Is the Spartan Mower Recall the Same as a Lawsuit?
No, the Spartan mower recall is not the same as a lawsuit. This page covers Spartan’s voluntary recall, which offers a free repair, and that repair is available whether or not an owner also pursues a separate legal claim.
References
- https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2026/Spartan-Mowers-and-UTVs-Recalls-Riding-Mowers-Due-to-Crash-Hazard
- https://joinspartannation.com/dealer-locator/
- https://www.jpml.uscourts.gov/pending-mdls-0