590472 590739 Recoil Starter Assembly - Fits Tecumseh 590732A 590737 590763 590785 590787 590694 590707 LEV100 LEV115
Black recoil starter assembly for Tecumseh engines with pull handle, isolated on white background.
Dimensional diagram of 590472 recoil starter assembly for Tecumseh engines showing height and width measurements.
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Recoil starter assembly for Tecumseh engines shown with a compatible Toro lawn mower.
Compatibility chart for 590472 recoil starter assembly listing Toro, Craftsman, and Tecumseh engine models.
590472 Recoil Starter Assembly for lawn mowers shown with product features and a person mowing the lawn.
Recoil starter assembly installation guide for Tecumseh lawn mower and snow blower engines.
Black recoil starter assembly for Tecumseh lawn mower and snow blower engines.
Black recoil starter assembly for Tecumseh engines with pull handle, isolated on white background.
Dimensional diagram of 590472 recoil starter assembly for Tecumseh engines showing height and width measurements.
Infographic showing construction details of 590472 recoil starter assembly for Tecumseh engines.
Recoil starter assembly for Tecumseh engines shown with a compatible Toro lawn mower.
Compatibility chart for 590472 recoil starter assembly listing Toro, Craftsman, and Tecumseh engine models.
590472 Recoil Starter Assembly for lawn mowers shown with product features and a person mowing the lawn.
Recoil starter assembly installation guide for Tecumseh lawn mower and snow blower engines.
Black recoil starter assembly for Tecumseh lawn mower and snow blower engines.

590472 590739 Recoil Starter Assembly - Fits Tecumseh 590732A 590737 590763 590785 590787 590694 590707 LEV100 LEV115

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590472 / 590739 Recoil Starter Assembly

Key Features

  • Complete recoil starter assembly with housing, pulley, and spring.
  • Includes pre-installed pull rope and handle for immediate use.
  • Engineered as a direct-fit replacement for original equipment.
  • Provides reliable manual engine starting.

Replaces / Cross-Reference Part Numbers

  • 590739
  • 590702
  • 590637
  • 590472
  • 590621
  • 590785
  • 590737
  • 150-575
  • 31-117
  • 12654

Compatibility & Fitment

  • Brands: Fits lawn mowers, snowblowers, and other equipment from brands including Tecumseh, Toro, Craftsman, and Lawnboy.
  • Tecumseh Engine Models:
    • AV600
    • LEV80, LEV100, LEV115, LEV120, LEV150, LEV195
    • LV148, LV195, LV195EA
    • OV195
    • OVRM60, OVRM65, OVRM105, OVRM120
    • TVS90, TVS100, TVS115, TVS120

When to Replace

  • The pull cord is broken, frayed, or fails to retract.
  • The internal recoil spring is broken or has lost tension.
  • The starter mechanism fails to engage the engine flywheel.
  • The plastic housing is cracked, broken, or has damaged mounting points.

Installation Tips

  • Ensure the engine is off and cool to the touch before starting work.
  • Disconnect the spark plug wire as a safety precaution.
  • Remove the bolts securing the old starter assembly to the engine shroud.
  • Align the new starter with the mounting holes and securely tighten the bolts.
  • Reconnect the spark plug wire after installation is complete.
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    IDEAL REPLACEMENT

    Our product replaces part numbers: 590642, 590648, 590666, 590686, 590738, 590763, 590621, 590635, 590732A, 590646, 590787, 590694, 590707, 590737,...
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    SIMPLE INSTALLATION

    Because the recoil starter is a relatively simple part, the installation just takes a few minutes and will save you at least a hundred bucks in labor.
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FAQs

This starter assembly is used on selected Tecumseh-powered equipment, including some Toro and Craftsman lawn mowers, snow blowers, and snow throwers. Confirm fit by matching your original starter part number and engine model. Compatible Tecumseh engine series include LEV100, LEV105, LEV115, LEV120, LEV150, LEV195, AV520, AV600, LEV80, LV195EA, OV195EA, OV195XA, ORVM60, OVRM65, OVRM105, OVRM120, TVS90, TVS100, TVS115, TVS120, TVS600, ULT60, VLV60, VLV65, VLV66, VLV126, H35, H60, H70, HS50, HSK60, HSK70, HSSK40, HSSK50, LH1955A, R53, TVXL840, and some H30 applications.
This assembly replaces part numbers 590472 and 590739 and is compatible with 590732A, 590737, 590763, 590785, 590787, 590694, and 590707. It also cross-references with 590621, 590635, 590642, 590646, 590648, 590666, 590666A, 590686, 590688, and 590738. Always compare the mounting pattern and your original part number before ordering.
Typical symptoms include a pull rope that will not retract, a rope that frays or breaks, a handle that pulls out with little resistance, a starter that slips and does not engage the engine, or a cracked starter housing or pulley. If the engine itself turns freely but the pull-start mechanism binds, skips, or stays extended, the recoil assembly is often the problem.
On most Tecumseh walk-behind mower and snow equipment applications, this is a straightforward repair. Installation commonly takes about 10 to 25 minutes. You typically only need basic hand tools such as a nut driver or socket set and possibly a screwdriver, depending on the shroud fasteners. Remove the blower housing or starter cover, transfer any hardware if required, install the new recoil assembly, and verify the rope pulls and retracts smoothly before reassembly.
Before installing, inspect the starter cup or engagement area on the engine, make sure the flywheel and engine rotate normally, and check that the mounting holes and housing layout match your original assembly. Also inspect the rope path, handle, and shroud for damage. If the old starter failed because the engine was hard to pull, address the root cause first, such as hydrolock, internal engine drag, or debris interfering with the flywheel area.
The most common causes are normal spring fatigue, worn starter dogs or pulley components, rope wear from repeated use, and shock loads from abrupt kickback while starting. On snow and mower equipment, moisture, dirt, and corrosion can also shorten recoil life. If the engine is difficult to turn because of mechanical drag or improper starting conditions, that extra load can damage the recoil spring or pulley much faster.