Kawasaki announced a recall on 68,500 engines. Here's what products are affected and how to check if you are the owner of one.

Kawasaki is recalling engines used in popular riding mowers and utility vehicles after reports of fires. Here's how to check your mower, and get a free repair.

A major recall has been issued for Kawasaki Engines used in several well-known lawn and garden equipment brands, including Bad Boy Mowers, Bobcat, Cub Cadet, Hustler, John Deere, and Kubota. The recall is due to a significant fire and burn hazard associated with these engines.

"The hazard relates to the possibility of thermal events with the subject voltage regulator. The Kawasaki engines can overheat, posing fire and burn hazards," stated the recall, posted Thursday. The recall affects certain model numbers that can be found on the government of Canada's website.

The engines on several mowers and a utility vehicle are being recalled after eight fires. The engines are made by Kawasaki but are in mowers from John Deer, Cub Cadet, Gator, Kubota and more. The engines have been overheating leading to the fires.