CPSC recall 08-586, announced June 18, 2008, covers Bush Hog Off-Road Utility Vehicles (about 4,000 units). The utility vehicle's throttle cable can freeze in freezing temperatures. The notice cites 52 incident reports and 1 injury. Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled off-road utility vehicles and contact a Bush Hog dealer to schedule a free inspection and repair. 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.
Check the product label for these CPSC-listed model numbers: TH440, TH4200, TH4400.
Which products are included?
The recall includes the Bush Hog Models TH440 (Trail Hunter), TH4200 (Trail Hand) and TH4400 (Trail Hand) Off-Road Utility Vehicles. "Bush Hog" is printed on the utility vehicle's cargo bed tail gate and on each side of the cargo bed. Model "TH440," "TH4200," or "TH4400" is printed on each side of the hood. The hood color is red, green, or mossy oak.
Confirm these details on the official CPSC noticeWhy it was recalled
The utility vehicle's throttle cable can freeze in freezing temperatures. This can cause the engine not to return to idle when the driver takes his or her foot off the accelerator pedal.
Incidents and injuries
Bush Hog has received 52 reports of incidents involving the utility vehicle, including one leg fracture injury.
Official remedy
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled off-road utility vehicles and contact a Bush Hog dealer to schedule a free inspection and repair. All registered owners have been notified about this recall by mail.
Product and sales details
- Brand
- Bush Hog
- Manufacturer
- Bush Hog LLC, of Selma, Ala.
- Product type
- Off-road recreational vehicles
- Recall number
- 08-586
- Units
- About 4,000
- Manufactured in
- United States
- Sold at / sales period
- Bush Hog dealerships nationwide from January 2004 through March 2008 for between $8,000 and $9,900.
Bush Hog Off-Road Utility Vehicles
CPSC product type: Utility, Off-Road Vehicles/Golf Carts
Recall contact information
For additional information, contact Bush Hog LLC toll-free at (877) 873-0143 between 8 a.m. and 4 p.m. CT Monday through Friday, or visit the firm's Web site at 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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