CPSC recall 19-723, announced December 11, 2018, covers Kubota Zero Turn Mowers (about 11,670 units). The rollover protective structure (ROPS) on the mower can loosen and fail to protect the operator in a rollover accident, posing a risk of injury. The notice reports no incidents. Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled zero turn mowers and contact an authorized Kubota dealer for a free inspection and free repair of the rollover protective structure. Recall contact: call 888-458-2682, or go to www.kubotausa.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 on the side of the unit and on the data plate on the side of the unit.
Which products are included?
This recall involves model year 2017 through 2018 Kubota Z400 and Z700 series diesel-powered zero turn mowers. The recalled units were sold in orange and black and have "Kubota" imprinted on the front and side of the mowers. The model number is on the side of the unit and on the data plate on the side of the unit. The serial number is also on the data plate. Z400 Series Z411KW-48 12823 to 14587 Z421KW-54 15715 to 18795 Z421KWT-60 16864 to 20127 Z700 Series Z723KH-2-48 50001 to 50176 Z724XKW-2-48 50007 to 51131 Z724KH-2-54 50004 to 50284 Z724XKW-2-54 50003 to 51130 Z725KH-2-60 50001 to 50657 Z726XKW-2-60 50008 to 52361
Confirm these details on the official CPSC noticeWhy it was recalled
The rollover protective structure (ROPS) on the mower can loosen and fail to protect the operator in a rollover accident, posing a risk of injury.
Incidents and injuries
None reported
Official remedy
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled zero turn mowers and contact an authorized Kubota dealer for a free inspection and free repair of the rollover protective structure.
Product and sales details
- Brand
- Kubota Zero Turn
- Product type
- Lawn mowers
- Recall number
- 19-723
- Units
- About 11,670
- Manufactured in
- United States
- Sold at / sales period
- Authorized Kubota dealers nationwide from November 2017 through September 2018 for between $6,500 to $10,000.
- Distributor
- Kubota Tractor Corporation, of Grapevine, Texas
Recall contact information
Kubota Tractor Corporation at 888-458-2682 or (888-4KUBOTA) from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. CT, Monday through Friday or online at www.kubotausa.com and click on "Contact" to send Kubota an email or click on "More", then click on "Safety", then click on "Safety Notices" for more information. Kubota is contacting all known purchasers directly.
Verify phone numbers, hours, and websites on the current CPSC notice before contacting the firm.
Know someone who has one?
Recalls only work when owners hear about them. Send this notice to family or friends who might own the same product.
