Cub Cadet Recalls Zero-Turn Riding Mowers Due to Fire Hazard (Recall Alert)
U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission recall (2018-10-24). Hazards: fire. About 4,900 units in the US and 1,300 in Canada.
| Agency | U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission |
|---|---|
| Recall number | 19706 |
| Published | 2018-10-24 |
| Last updated | 2018-10-24 |
| Products | Cub Cadet RZT SX EFI zero-turn riding mowers |
| Firm named in the title | Cub Cadet |
| Firms | Cub Cadet, of Cleveland, Ohio (manufacturer) |
| Manufactured in | United States |
| Units (US) | 4,900 |
| Units (Canada) | 1,300 |
| Hazard classes | fire |
| Remedy classes | repair, stop use |
| Sold | Independent Cub Cadet dealers nationwide and online at www.PowerEquipmentDirect.com from December 2017 through August 2018 for between $3,000 and $3,500. |
Description
This recall involves Cub Cadet model year 2018 RZT SX EFI residential zero turn riding mowers. The yellow, four-wheel mower with steering wheel control is sold with a 42, 46 or 50-inch cutting deck. "Cub Cadet" is printed on the front and sides of the mower, and on the seat's backrest. "RZT SX" is printed below the seat. Models included in the recall are 17AWCBYS010, 17AWCBYZ010, 17RWCBYN010, 17RWCBYN210, 17RWCBYS010 and 17RWCBYZ010 and were manufactured between December 2017 and June 2018. The model number and manufacture date in MM/YYYY format can be found on a label located under the seat frame.
Hazard
The fuel tank's neck can crack and cause fuel to leak, posing a fire hazard.
Remedy
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled mowers, store them outside and contact an authorized Cub Cadet dealer or customer service representative to arrange for a free repair. Cub Cadet is contacting all known purchasers directly
Incidents and injuries
Cub Cadet has received 15 reports of the fuel tank's neck cracking. No injuries have been reported.
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