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CPSCRecalled May 12, 2016 · #16744

Kubota Recalls Utility Vehicles Due to Injury and Collision Hazards (Recall Alert)

Hazard

The steering shaft can break and cause the operator to lose control of the vehicle, posing an injury hazard due to risk of collision.

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Description

This recall involves model year 2013, 2014 and 2015 Kubota RTV400 and RTV500 series gas-powered utility vehicles. Recalled utility vehicles come in orange and camouflage and have serial numbers ranging from 10001 to 22042 for the RTV400 and 25083 to 40991 for the RTV500. The model is on the side of the unit and on the data plate on the back of the cab, between the cab and the bed. The serial number is also on the data plate.

Product details

Product
Utility Vehicles
Type
Utility Vehicles
Manufacturer
Not specified
Model numbers
2013, 2014, 2015, RTV400, RTV500, 10001, 22042, 25083, 40991
UPCs
Sold at
Authorized Kubota dealers nationwide from 2010 to 2015 for between $21,000 and $22,000.
Made in
United States

What you should do

Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled utility vehicles and contact an authorized Kubota dealer for a free inspection and free repair.

View the official CPSC notice