SUBARU FORESTER SUVs
Details: Subaru has recalled more than 275,000 Forester SUVs after a seatbelt problem was discovered by federal safety regulators during routine testing. The recall involves certain Foresters from the 2009 to 2012 model years, according to federal safety regulators.
Why: A rear seat belt may not hold a child seat securely in place. The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration says that the rear center belt doesn’t meet federal safety standards. The agency says Forester owners might not be able to install child seats properly, increasing the risk of injury in a crash.
Incidents: None reported
For more: Dealers will notify owners and begin replacing the belts free of charge starting April 13.
HYDROSTATIC LAWN TRACTORS
Details: Lawn tractors manufactured by Hydro-Gear Limited Partnership of Sullivan, Ill., and sold at lawn and garden retailers nationwide from January 2011 through January 2012
Why: A drive gear in the lawn tractor’s hydrostatic transaxle can fail, causing brake failure and posing a crash hazard to consumers.
Incidents: None reported
How many: About 2,700
For more: Contact the firm at 888-848-6038 or visit the firms”websites at , or MTD . Consumers can also visit Hydro-Gear’s website at .
