Name of product:
Kubota Zero Turn Mowers
Hazard:
The throttle cable can make contact with internal electric wiring, posing a fire hazard.
Remedy:
Repair
Recall date:
March 20, 2019
Units:
About 3,850
Consumer 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 for more information.
Recall Details
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 mowers. 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.
Model:
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Serial Number Range:
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Z122EBR-48
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END
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21408
22007
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Z121SKH-48
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END
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31302
32882
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Z125EBR-54
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END
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16242
16547
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Z125SKH-54
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END
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29458
31138
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Remedy:
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled Zero Turn Mowers and contact an authorized Kubota dealer to schedule a free inspection and repair. Kubota is contacting all known purchasers directly.
Incidents/Injuries:
None reported
Sold At:
Authorized Kubota dealers nationwide from July 2018 to January 2019 for between about $5,000 and $6,000.
Manufacturer(s):
Kubota Manufacturing of America Corporation, of Gainesville, Ga.
Recall number:
19-730
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