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Consumer ProductReported August 27, 2026 (8 days ago)

Accessory LED Light Kits used with certain ride-on mowers

Recalled by Excel Industries LLC, of Hesston, Kansas

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Consumer product recall

A fire or burn hazard means the product can overheat, catch fire, or cause burns during normal use or charging. Recalls like these are issued to prevent property damage and injuries. Consumers are usually advised to stop using the product right away.

Excel Industries LLC, of Hesston, Kansas has recalled Accessory LED Light Kits used with certain ride-on mowers, according to the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC). The recall was announced on August 27, 2026. It involves a fire or burn hazard.

Below is a plain-English summary of what was recalled, why it was recalled, how to tell whether you have the affected product, and what steps you can take. For the complete and most current details, you can view the CPSC record linked further down this page.

What was recalled?

This recall covers Accessory LED Light Kits used with certain ride-on mowers, with approximately About 1,800 affected. The company behind the recall is Excel Industries LLC, of Hesston, Kansas.

From the official recall notice: “This recall involves an accessory LED Light Kit containing two LED Light Bars and kit components. These accessory products are used on Hustler or BigDog ride-on mowers as an accessory light at the front of the mower. A black or yellow steel mounting bracket attaches to the mower footrest at the front of the mower and holds two LED Light Bars as headlights. The LED Light Bars are clear plastic with a white and a blac…”

Why was Accessory LED Light Kits used with certain ride-on mowers recalled?

According to the CPSC, the hazard is described as follows: “The light bars can overheat or produce flames, posing a risk of serious injury from a fire hazard.” In plain terms, this recall relates to a fire or burn hazard.

A fire or burn hazard means the product can overheat, catch fire, or cause burns during normal use or charging. Recalls like these are issued to prevent property damage and injuries. Consumers are usually advised to stop using the product right away.

Reported injuries at the time of the recall notice: None reported

What should you do?

If you think you may have bought Accessory LED Light Kits used with certain ride-on mowers, compare it against the product description and identifying codes before using it.

The official recall notice states: “Consumers should stop using the accessory LED Light Kits immediately and contact their point-of-sale dealers to receive a refund upon return of the light kit. Light kits installed on mowers can be removed either at the local dealer or at the consumer’s residence.”

About this recall

This recall applies to products sold in the United States. RecallRadar summarizes recall information from public CPSC data to make it easier to understand. We are an independent service and are not affiliated with the CPSC or any government agency, so please always refer to the official source for the authoritative record — and note the “last synced” date shown on this page, since recall details can change over time.

Who this recall affects

This recall matters to anyone who bought Accessory LED Light Kits used with certain ride-on mowers. Even if you feel fine, it's worth checking what you have on hand rather than assuming you were missed.

What fire or burn hazard actually means

A fire or burn hazard means the product can overheat, catch fire, or cause burns during normal use or charging. Recalls like these are issued to prevent property damage and injuries. Consumers are usually advised to stop using the product right away.

In this case, the concern applies specifically to Accessory LED Light Kits used with certain ride-on mowers from Excel Industries LLC, of Hesston, Kansas — not to the wider category of products. Similar items from other brands aren't part of this recall.

How to check whether you have it

On most consumer products, the model and serial number appear on a rating label — usually on the underside, the back panel, inside a battery compartment, or on a sewn-in tag for textiles and children's products. Check the original box if you still have it.

Compare what you find against the product details listed above. If the codes don't match, your item isn't part of this recall.

What to do if you already bought it

Stop using the product now and keep it away from children and pets until it's dealt with.

Follow the remedy in the official notice — typically a free repair kit, replacement, or refund from Excel Industries LLC, of Hesston, Kansas. You usually do not need a receipt.

Don't resell or donate a recalled product, and don't assume a second-hand version is safe — recalled items circulate for years on resale sites.

Full recall details

Date reported
August 27, 2026
Recall started
August 27, 2026
What was recalled
Accessory LED Light Kits used with certain ride-on mowers
Why it was recalled (as stated by the CPSC)
The light bars can overheat or produce flames, posing a risk of serious injury from a fire hazard.
Amount recalled
About 1,800

What you can do

Check whether any product you have matches the description and codes above. If it does, stop using it and follow the instructions in the official recall notice. When in doubt, contact the company or your local health authority.

Quick answers

Why was Accessory LED Light Kits used with certain ride-on mowers recalled?+

According to the CPSC: The light bars can overheat or produce flames, posing a risk of serious injury from a fire hazard.

How serious is this recall?+

Consumer product recall. A fire or burn hazard means the product can overheat, catch fire, or cause burns during normal use or charging. Recalls like these are issued to prevent property damage and injuries. Consumers are usually advised to stop using the product right away.

What should I do if I have Accessory LED Light Kits used with certain ride-on mowers?+

Compare your product against the description and identifying codes on this page. If it matches, stop using it and follow the instructions in the official recall notice — this usually means returning it for a refund or discarding it. When in doubt, contact the company or your local health authority.

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View the official CPSC record

Opens the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) data for this recall.

Recall number: CPSC-10952. Information last synced from the CPSC on September 3, 2026.