CPSC recall 11-751, announced September 14, 2011, covers Kubota Riding Mowers (about 6,100 units). The fuel hose clamp can detach from the fuel filter and allow gas to leak out, posing a fire hazard. The notice reports no incidents. Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled riding mowers and contact Kubota to schedule a free inspection and repair. Recall contact: call (800) 752-0290, or go to www.kubota.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.
The CPSC data does not provide a discrete model-number list for this record. Compare the product description and identification details on the official notice.
The serial number is located on the left front frame for T series models and the right front frame for GR and ZG series models.
Which products are included?
The Kubota Riding Mowers are bright orange, have 48-inch, 54-inch, or 60-inch wide mower decks and have "KUBOTA" stamped on either the sides of the front engine cover, or on the right side behind the driver's seat. The serial number is located on the left front frame for T series models and the right front frame for GR and ZG series models. This recall involves Kubota Riding Mowers with the following model numbers and serial number ranges. Model Serial Number Range T1880A-42 20196-20944 T2080A-42 20172-21069 T2380A-48 20139-20827 GR2010GA-48 20062-20318 GR2010GAB-48 20089-20278 GR2020G-48 10002-10113 GR2020GB-48 10006-10098 ZG222A-48 50002-51392 ZG222A-48S 50005-51388 ZG227-54 20369-21040 ZG227A-54 50001-50363 ZG227L-60 10543-11669 ZG327P-60 31160-31549 ZG327PA-60 50004-50165 ZG327RP-60R 10089-10216 ZG327RPA-60R A0001-A0038
Confirm these details on the official CPSC noticeWhy it was recalled
The fuel hose clamp can detach from the fuel filter and allow gas to leak out, posing a fire hazard.
Incidents and injuries
None reported.
Official remedy
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled riding mowers and contact Kubota to schedule a free inspection and repair. Kubota is directly contacting consumers who purchased the riding mowers.
Product and sales details
- Brand
- Kubota Riding
- Manufacturer
- Kubota Manufacturing of America Corp., of Gainesville, Ga.
- Product type
- Lawn mowers
- Recall number
- 11-751
- Units
- About 6,100
- Manufactured in
- United States
- Sold at / sales period
- Authorized Kubota dealers nationwide from April 2010 through April 2011 for between $3,600 and $11,500.
Kubota Riding Mowers
CPSC product type: Riding Lawn Mowers
Recall contact information
For more information, contact Kubota at (800) 752-0290 between 8:30 a.m. and 4:30 p.m. PT Monday through Friday, or visit the firm's website at www.kubota.com
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