The Honda 42956-VB5-801 is a genuine OEM Left Dust Seal designed for HRC215 and HRC216 lawn mowers. As a direct Honda OEM part, it is manufactured to the same specification as the original component it replaces. This seal fits both the HRC215 and HRC216 — verify your mower's serial number against the fitment table to confirm the correct application for your unit. When the existing seal is worn or damaged, replacing it promptly keeps the drivetrain components it protects performing as intended.
Key Features
- Genuine Honda OEM — sourced directly from Honda, this seal matches the original in geometry and material grade, ensuring the same sealing performance as when the mower left the factory.
- Left-Side Fitment — designated for the left side of the mower; confirm left versus right before ordering to avoid an unnecessary return.
- Direct Replacement for HRC215 and HRC216 — built to slot in without modification on Honda's HRC-series commercial walk-behind lawn mowers.
- Serial Number Verification Recommended — Honda updates parts at production serial breaks, so cross-check your mower's serial number against the fitment table to confirm this is the correct seal for your machine.
A dust seal is a low-profile sealing component that prevents dirt, debris, and moisture from entering a rotating or sliding interface — in this case on the left side of the HRC-series mower's drive system. By keeping contaminants out, the seal protects the bearing or shaft surface it surrounds from accelerated wear. When a dust seal cracks, tears, or loses its seating, abrasive particles can work into the assembly, shortening the service life of the components behind it and leading to rougher operation or more significant drivetrain wear over time.
Part Details
| Part Number | 42956-VB5-801 |
|---|---|
| Brand | Honda |
| Part Type | Genuine OEM |
| Description | Left Dust Seal |
Compatibility & Fitment
| Name | Models | Serial Range |
|---|---|---|
| Lawn Mower | HRC215, HRC216 | 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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