CPSC recall 16-739, announced April 29, 2016, covers MTD Products Utility vehicles (about 1,300 units). The parking brake cable can fail, posing a crash hazard. The notice cites 22 incident reports. Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled vehicles and contact a Cub Cadet dealer to schedule an appointment for a free repair. Recall contact: call 888-848-6038, or go to www.cubcadet.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 model number is located under the driver's seat.
Which products are included?
This recall involves model year 2015 Cub Cadet Challenger CX500 and Challenger CX700 four-wheel drive off-road utility vehicles. The recalled vehicles have two bucket seats, roll bars, a canopy, a two-piece windshield, a 35.5-inch by 44-inch cargo bed and a winch. The vehicles were sold in the colors camouflage and yellow. Challenger utility vehicles with the following model numbers are being recalled. The model number is located under the driver's seat. CX500 (Yellow) CX500 (Camouflage) CX700 (Yellow) CX700 (Camouflage) 37AW7CKD010 37AW7CLD010 37AX7CKD010 37AX7CLD010 37AW7CKD710 37AW7CLD710 37AX7CKD710 37AX7CLD710
Confirm these details on the official CPSC noticeWhy it was recalled
The parking brake cable can fail, posing a crash hazard.
Incidents and injuries
The firm has received 22 reports of incidents of the brake cable failing. There have been no reports of injuries or property damage.
Official remedy
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled vehicles and contact a Cub Cadet dealer to schedule an appointment for a free repair. Cub Cadet is contacting owners of the recalled utility vehicles directly.
Product and sales details
- Brand
- MTD Products
- Product type
- Off-road recreational vehicles
- Recall number
- 16-739
- Units
- About 1,300
- Manufactured in
- China
- Sold at / sales period
- Cub Cadet dealers nationwide from April 2015 through October 2015 for between $8,500 to $9,500.
- Distributor
- MTD Products Company, of Cleveland, Ohio
Utility vehicles
CPSC product type: Utility Vehicles
Recall contact information
Cub Cadet toll-free at 888-848-6038 between 8 a.m. and 5 p.m. ET Monday through Friday or online at www.cubcadet.com and click on Product Recalls for more information.
Verify phone numbers, hours, and websites on the current CPSC notice before contacting the firm.
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