CPSC recall 05-572, announced May 12, 2005, covers Bush Hog Model TH 440 (Trail Hunter) Off-Road Utility Vehicle (about 300 units). The front suspension A-frame can break or separate from the front wheel and cause a loss of steering ability, resulting in serious injury or death. The notice cites 1 incident report. Consumers should stop using these utility vehicles immediately. Recall contact: call (877) 873-0143, or go to www.bushhog.com.
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
Check the product label for these CPSC-listed model numbers: TH440.
Which products are included?
The recall includes the Bush Hog Model TH 440 Off-Road Utility Vehicle. The "Bush Hog" name appears on the cargo bed tail gate and on each side of the cargo bed. The Model "TH440" appears each side of the hood. The hood color is red or green or Mossy Oak.
Confirm these details on the official CPSC noticeWhy it was recalled
The front suspension A-frame can break or separate from the front wheel and cause a loss of steering ability, resulting in serious injury or death.
Incidents and injuries
There has been one reported incident of separation. No confirmed injuries were involved in this incident.
Official remedy
Consumers should stop using these utility vehicles immediately. All registered owners have been notified about this recall by mail. Consumers with a recalled vehicle should contact their local Bush Hog dealer to schedule the free repair. If consumers are unsure if their vehicle is affected, they should contact Bush Hog.
Product and sales details
- Brand
- Bush Hog
- Manufacturer
- Bush Hog LLC, of Selma, Ala.
- Product type
- Off-road recreational vehicles
- Recall number
- 05-572
- Units
- About 300
- Manufactured in
- United States
- Sold at / sales period
- Bush Hog dealerships nationwide, from January 2005 through April 2005, for between $8,800 and $9,275.
Bush Hog Model TH 440 (Trail Hunter) Off-Road Utility Vehicle
CPSC product type: Utility, Off-Road Vehicles/Golf Carts
Recall contact information
Call the firm toll-free at (877) 873-0143 between 8 a.m. and 4 p.m. CT Monday through Friday, or go to the firm's Web site www.bushhog.com
Verify phone numbers, hours, and websites on the current CPSC notice before contacting the firm.
Know someone who has one?
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