CPSC recall 18-704, announced November 30, 2017, covers RTV-X series utility vehicles (about 26,900 units). The seat belt stays can break, posing an injury hazard to consumers in the event of a crash. The notice cites 3 incident reports. Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled vehicles and contact an authorized Kubota dealer to schedule 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.
Affected model numbers
The model number is on the side of the unit and on the data plate located on the back of the cab, between the cab and the bed.
Which products are included?
This recall involves Kubota RTV-X series utility vehicles with model numbers ending in 900, 1100, 1120D and 1140. The diesel-powered vehicles were sold in orange and camouflage. Kubota and Diesel are printed on the side of the rear bed box. The model number is on the side of the unit and on the data plate located on the back of the cab, between the cab and the bed. The utility vehicles with the following serial numbers, located on the data plate, are included on this recall. Model Serial Number Range Manufacture Date Range RTV-X900 31229 through 42402 12/2015 through 6/2017 RTV-X1100 26899 through 35995 RTV-X1120D 18541 through 20746 RTV-X1140 10001 through 19546 6/2015 through 6/2017
Confirm these details on the official CPSC noticeWhy it was recalled
The seat belt stays can break, posing an injury hazard to consumers in the event of a crash.
Incidents and injuries
Kubota has received three reports of seat belt stays breaking worldwide. No incidents have been reported in the U.S. No injuries have been reported.
Official remedy
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled vehicles and contact an authorized Kubota dealer to schedule a free repair. The firm is contacting consumers directly.
Product and sales details
- Brand
- Kubota Tractor Corp., Grapevine, Texas.
- Product type
- Off-road recreational vehicles
- Recall number
- 18-704
- Units
- About 26,900
- Manufactured in
- United States
- Sold at / sales period
- Authorized Kubota dealers nationwide from June 2015 through June 2017 for between $15,000 and $25,000.
- Distributor
- Kubota Tractor Corp., Grapevine, Texas.
Recall contact information
Kubota at 800-752-0290 from 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. PT Monday through Friday or online at www.kubota.com and click on More, then Safety and then Safety Notices for more information.
Verify phone numbers, hours, and websites on the current CPSC notice before contacting the firm.
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