Recall 16-744, published May 12, 2016
Kubota Tractor Utility Vehicles
Compare the model on your label, then check any serial numbers, date codes, and exclusions in the notice. A model match alone does not confirm that your unit is included.
Affected model numbers
RTV400The serial number is also on the data plate.
Which products are included?
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.
Confirm these details on the official CPSC noticeWhy it was recalled
The steering shaft can break and cause the operator to lose control of the vehicle, posing an injury hazard due to risk of collision.
Official remedy
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled utility vehicles and contact an authorized Kubota dealer for a free inspection and free repair.
- Brand
- Kubota Tractor
- Recall published
- May 12, 2016
- Category
- Sports & Outdoors
- Units
- About 23,400
- Sold at / sales period
- Authorized Kubota dealers nationwide from 2010 to 2015 for between $21,000 and $22,000.
