Products Liability Law Daily Wrap Up, CPSC NEWS—HOUSEHOLD PRODUCTS—Kubota zero turn mowers recalled for fire hazard, (Mar 20, 2019)
Organizations Mentioned:Kubota Manufacturing of America Corp.
By Colleen Kave, J.D.
Repair required to prevent throttle cable from contacting internal wiring.
Kubota Manufacturing of America Corporation, of Gainesville, Georgia, has recalled around 3,850 Kubota zero turn mowers because the throttle cable can make contact with internal electric wiring, posing a fire hazard (CPSC Recall Notice, No. 19-730, March 20, 2019).
Incidents and injuries. No incidents or injuries have been reported.
Product description. This recall involves model years 2018 and 2019 Kubota ZD100 series gasoline-powered zero turn mowers. The model is printed on the side of the mower. The data plate is located on the lower frame of the unit and contains the serial number and model number. Recalled units are orange and black.A complete list of included models and serial number ranges is available at www.cpsc.gov.
These zero turn mowers were sold at authorized Kubota dealers nationwide from July 2018 to January 2019 for between about $5,000 and $6,000.
Remedy. Consumers should stop using the recalled zero turn mowers immediately and contact an authorized Kubota dealer to schedule a free inspection and repair. Kubota is contacting all known purchasers directly.
Customer contact. For more information, customers may contact Kubota Tractor Corp. at 800-752-0290 between 8 a.m. and 5 p.m. PT, Monday through Friday, or online at www.kubotausa.com and click on "More," then "Safety," then "Safety Notices."
Companies: Kubota Manufacturing of America Corp.
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