Pioneer S-Series Mowers (Exmark) – Crash Hazard (2011)
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According to the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC)
Product
Exmark Pioneer S-Series riding mowers
Brand
Exmark Manufacturing Company, of Beatrice, Neb.
Lot Codes / Batch Numbers
Not specified in CPSC notice. Check official source for details.
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Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission
Exmark Manufacturing Company, of Beatrice, Neb. is recalling Exmark Pioneer S-Series riding mowers. The hazard is: Welds on the motion control linkage can fail and cause the driver to lose control of the machine, re. Based on CPSC recall notice.
Summary derived from CPSC notice
The following details were not provided by CPSC: UPC codes.
Reason for Recall
As stated by CPSC
2011 Exmark Pioneer S-Series zero radius turn riding mowers with red, welded, tubular steel frames and mowing decks in three sizes - 44, 48 and 52 inches. Operators use two levers to control the mowers. The name Exmark is on the front of the seat mount and the name Pioneer is on the front of the floor pan. Mowers with the following model and serial number ranges are affected by this recall: Model Serial Number Range PNS20KA443 928367 to 947833 PNS22KA483 928417 to 949985 PNS24KA523 928492 to 950315 The model name and serial numbers are located on the seat mount near where the driver's right foot rests on the floorpan.
Reported concern (CPSC)
Welds on the motion control linkage can fail and cause the driver to lose control of the machine, resulting in a crash hazard.
Recommended Action
Per CPSC guidance
Consumers should contact their Exmark dealer to have the improperly welded parts replaced.
Verify this information on the official source
For complete details and official instructions, check the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) directly.
View official CPSC recall noticePage updated: Jan 6, 2026