October 11, 2026: DR Power Equipment is recalling about 42,860 Pilot and Premier walk-behind trimmer mowers because grass and debris can accumulate inside the machines and ignite, according to the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission.
The company has received 19 reports of the trimmer mowers catching fire. Two incidents caused minor injuries, including blisters on hands and feet. Consumers should stop using affected machines immediately and contact DR Power Equipment for a free repair kit or dealer installation.
Models included in the recall
The recall covers all serial numbers for eight orange-and-black Pilot and Premier models. The model number appears on a label on the side of the frame:
- T4X1076DMN
- T4X1076DMNR
- T4X1076DMNSD
- T4X1176DMN
- T4X1176DMN-1
- T4X1176DMNR
- TR43076DMN
- TR43076DMNR
The products display the DR Power logo on the motor and on the frame above the cutter head. They are labeled “Premier” or “Pro” on the frame.
Where and when the mowers were sold
Ace, Tractor Supply Company, Bomgaars and other hardware, home-improvement and power-equipment retailers sold the machines nationwide. They were also available at drpower.com from November 2022 through July 2026 for roughly $380 to $550.
About 340 additional units were sold in Canada. The recalled products were manufactured in the United States and Vietnam and imported by Generac Power Systems of Waukesha, Wisconsin.
How to get the free repair
Owners should stop using the recalled trimmer mowers while arranging the remedy. DR Power Equipment will provide a free repair kit. Anyone uncomfortable installing the kit can schedule free installation by an authorized dealer.
The company can be reached at 800-854-3194 from 8:30 a.m. to 5 p.m. Eastern, Monday through Friday, or at recall@drpower.com. The official recall page links to the manufacturer’s recall portal and includes product photographs.
For more consumer safety coverage, see AskNovus’ reports on the Walmart Expert Grill brush recall and the PACEARTH swing-seat recall.
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Featured image: Daniel Watson/Unsplash; illustrative mower photo, not one of the recalled models.
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