Spartan Mowers recalls 2025 SRT-XD and KGZ-XD riding mowers over steering problem that can cause crashes
The steering arm dampers on these riding mowers can be installed incorrectly, which can make the mower bounce unexpectedly and cause the operator to lose control and crash.
What to do
Stop using the mower right away and contact an authorized Spartan dealer to schedule a free inspection and repair. To check your model and serial number, visit https://joinspartannation.com/recall-information/, or find a dealer at https://joinspartannation.com/dealer-locator.
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Recall details
- Product
- Model Year 2025 Spartan SRT-XD and KGZ-XD riding lawn mowers
- Hazard
- The riding mower's steering arm dampers can be installed incorrectly, which can result in an unexpected bouncing motion and loss of operator control, posing a crash hazard.
- Injuries
- The firm has received 15 reports of the mower bouncing unexpectedly while in use, including one report of a minor injury involving scrapes and bruises.
- Units
- About 650
- Where sold
- Sold at Spartan dealers nationwide from February 2025 through October 2025 for about $16,400 to $19,700.
- Remedy
- Repair
- Notice last updated
- November 20, 2025
- Recall date
- November 20, 2025
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Official notice
The notice's own wording from CPSC.
Spartan Mowers and UTVs Recalls Riding Mowers Due to Crash Hazard
- Description
- This recall involves certain Model Year 2025 Spartan SRT-XD and KGZ-XD zero radius turn ("ZRT") riding lawn mowers (model numbers RSKXD161994VO, RSKXD172994VO, RSSXD161994VO, RSSXD161999KE, RSSXD172994VO and RSSXD172999KE) within a limited serial range. The mower is gray, black and orange, and has "Spartan" printed on the front of it. The model number and serial number are located on a metal serial plate affixed to the frame of the mower immediately in front of, and at the feet of, the seated operator.
- Hazard
- The riding mower's steering arm dampers can be installed incorrectly, which can result in an unexpected bouncing motion and loss of operator control, posing a crash hazard.
- Remedy
- Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled Spartan riding mowers and contact an authorized Spartan dealer to schedule a free inspection and repair of the steering arm dampers at the dealer's location. To verify whether your Spartan mower is affected by the recall, you will need your Spartan mower's model and serial number. To confirm whether your mower is within the affected serial range, visit https://joinspartannation.com/recall-information/. To find a Spartan authorized service dealer near you, visit Spartan's website at: https://joinspartannation.com/dealer-locator. Remedy options: Repair.
- Injuries
- The firm has received 15 reports of the mower bouncing unexpectedly while in use, including one report of a minor injury involving scrapes and bruises.
- Number of units
- About 650
- Sold at
- Sold at Spartan dealers nationwide from February 2025 through October 2025 for about $16,400 to $19,700.
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