CPSC recall 13-734, announced May 21, 2013, covers Kubota ZG100 Series Zero Turn riding mowers (about 8,600 units). The fuel tank's pressure relief valve can malfunction, causing the tank to expand and rub against the transmission drive belt and drive cooling fan. The notice cites 56 incident reports. Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled mowers and contact Kubota for a free 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.
Check the product label for these CPSC-listed model numbers: ZG124E, ZG123S, ZG127E, ZG127S.
Which products are included?
This recall involves orange-colored Kubota ZG100 Series Zero Turn riding mowers with the following model and serial numbers: Model ZG124E with serial numbers between 10002 and 12179, Model ZG123S with serial numbers between 10002 and 12505, Model ZG127E with serial numbers between 10002 and 11574 and Model ZG127S with serial numbers between 10003 and 12959. Kubota is printed on the front of the mower and on the side. The model and serial numbers are printed on the data plate on the left part of the frame near the operator's foot area.
Confirm these details on the official CPSC noticeWhy it was recalled
The fuel tank's pressure relief valve can malfunction, causing the tank to expand and rub against the transmission drive belt and drive cooling fan. This can wear a hole in the fuel tank and cause a fuel leak, posing a fire hazard.
Incidents and injuries
The firm has received 56 reports of mowers' fuel tanks leaking. No injuries or property damage have been reported.
Official remedy
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled mowers and contact Kubota for a free repair. Kubota is contacting its customers directly.
Product and sales details
- Manufacturer
- Kubota Manufacturing of America Corp., of Gainesville, Ga.
- Product type
- Lawn mowers
- Recall number
- 13-734
- Units
- About 8,600
- Manufactured in
- United States
- Sold at / sales period
- Authorized Kubota dealers nationwide from December 2012 through April 2013 for between $5,000 and $6,300.
Kubota ZG100 Series Zero Turn riding mowers
CPSC product type: Riding Lawn Mowers
Recall contact information
Kubota; at (800) 752-0290; from 8:30 a.m. through 4:30 p.m. PT Monday through Friday, or online at www.kubota.com and click on Safety for more information.
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