CPSC recall 13-701, announced October 2, 2012, covers Kubota Manufacturing of America Off-road Utility Vehicle (about 970 units). Carbon monoxide can accumulate in the vehicle cab when the engine is idling and the vehicle is not moving, resulting in carbon monoxide poisoning. Consumers should contact their Kubota dealer to schedule a free repair of the recalled vehicle, including the installation of a high-velocity exhaust tail pipe, the installation of special seals inside the cab and a check of the ventilating system. 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.
Affected model numbers
The model number "RTV500" is on the doors of the vehicle.
Which products are included?
The recalled vehicle is the Kubota RTV500 with cab. It is a 4x4 utility vehicle with side-by-side seating for two people, a small cargo bed and an optional cab. The vehicle is gasoline-powered and available in the colors orange or camouflage. The model number "RTV500" is on the doors of the vehicle. "Kubota" and "4x4" are on the outside of the cargo bed.
Confirm these details on the official CPSC noticeWhy it was recalled
Carbon monoxide can accumulate in the vehicle cab when the engine is idling and the vehicle is not moving, resulting in carbon monoxide poisoning.
Incidents and injuries
Two instances of headaches attributed to carbon monoxide gas have been reported to the firm.
Official remedy
Consumers should contact their Kubota dealer to schedule a free repair of the recalled vehicle, including the installation of a high-velocity exhaust tail pipe, the installation of special seals inside the cab and a check of the ventilating system.
Product and sales details
- Manufacturer
- Kubota Manufacturing of America Corporation, of Gainesville, Ga.
- Product type
- Off-road recreational vehicles
- Recall number
- 13-701
- Units
- About 970
- Manufactured in
- United States
- Sold at / sales period
- Authorized Kubota dealers nationwide from September 2008 through April 2012 for between $12,900 and $13,200.
Off-road Utility Vehicle
CPSC product type: Utility Vehicles
Recall contact information
For more information, contact Kubota toll-free 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 and click on Safety/Safety Notices. Kubota is contacting its customers directly.
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