The Honda 42951-VA5-000 Front Adjuster Plate is a genuine OEM replacement designed for HR194, HR214, HR216, HRM21, and HRS21 lawn mowers. As a direct Honda OEM component, it is manufactured to the same specifications as the original part, ensuring accurate fit and correct function within the cutting height adjustment system. Honda supersedes parts at production serial breaks, so confirm your mower's serial number against the fitment table before ordering.
Key Features
- Genuine Honda OEM Construction — manufactured by Honda to the same specification as the original, so the adjustment geometry and mounting dimensions are exactly right for these mowers.
- Cutting Height Integrity — a worn or damaged adjuster plate allows the front wheel height setting to shift unpredictably, resulting in an uneven cut; this replacement restores consistent deck height control.
- Broad Mower Compatibility — fits HR194, HR214, HR216, HRM21, and HRS21 Honda lawn mowers; verify your serial number against the fitment table to confirm the correct variant for your unit.
The Front Adjuster Plate is a structural component of the cutting height adjustment mechanism on these Honda walk-behind mowers. It provides the fixed reference point against which the wheel height lever engages, allowing the operator to select and hold a consistent deck cutting height. When this plate cracks, deforms, or wears at its engagement points, the height setting becomes unreliable, leading to scalping or an uneven finish across the lawn — replacing it restores precise, repeatable height selection.
Part Details
| Part Number | 42951-VA5-000 |
|---|---|
| Brand | Honda |
| Part Type | Genuine OEM |
| Description | Front Adjuster Plate |
Compatibility & Fitment
| Name | Models | Serial Range |
|---|---|---|
| Lawn Mower | HR194, HR214, HR216, HRM21, HRS21 | All |
Verify Before You Order
Fitment is machine-number and revision-specific; always confirm your model and serial number against the fitment list.
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