Recall #19-706 · Published October 24, 2018

Cub Cadet RZT SX EFI zero-turn riding mowers

Cub Cadet Recalls Zero-Turn Riding Mowers Due to Fire Hazard (Recall Alert)

CPSC published a recall notice for Cub Cadet RZT SX EFI zero-turn riding mowers from Cub Cadet on October 24, 2018. CPSC identifies this hazard: The fuel tank's neck can crack and cause fuel to leak, posing a fire hazard. The official remedy states: Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled mowers, store them outside and contact an authorized Cub Cadet dealer or customer service representative to arrange for a free repair. Cub Cadet is contacting all known purchasers directly

Recalled Cub Cadet 2018 RZT SX EFI zero-turn riding mower.
Recalled Cub Cadet 2018 RZT SX EFI zero-turn riding mower.
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What to check on the product label

Compare every letter, number, space, and suffix. A similar-looking product may not be included in this recall.

Affected model numbers

17AWCBYS01017AWCBYZ01017RWCBYN01017RWCBYN21017RWCBYS01017RWCBYZ010
Additional identifying details

The model number and manufacture date in MM/YYYY format can be found on a label located under the seat frame.

Why it was recalled

The fuel tank's neck can crack and cause fuel to leak, posing a fire hazard.

Incidents and injuries

Cub Cadet has received 15 reports of the fuel tank's neck cracking. No injuries have been reported.

Official remedy

Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled mowers, store them outside and contact an authorized Cub Cadet dealer or customer service representative to arrange for a free repair. Cub Cadet is contacting all known purchasers directly

Remedy type: Repair

Product and sales details

Manufacturer
Cub Cadet, of Cleveland, Ohio
Recall number
19-706
Units
About 4,900 (in addition, about 1,300 were sold in Canada)
Manufactured in
United States
Sold at / sales period
Independent Cub Cadet dealers nationwide and online at www.PowerEquipmentDirect.com from December 2017 through August 2018 for between $3,000 and $3,500.

Cub Cadet RZT SX EFI zero-turn riding mowers

Recall contact information

Cub Cadet toll-free at 888-848-6038 from 9 a.m. to 7 p.m. ET Monday through Friday, 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. ET Saturday and Sunday, or online www.cubcadet.com and click on “Product Recalls” for more information.

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