CPSC recall 19-730, announced March 20, 2019, covers Kubota Zero Turn Mowers (about 3,850 units). The throttle cable can make contact with internal electric wiring, posing a fire hazard. The notice reports no incidents. Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled Zero Turn Mowers and contact an authorized Kubota dealer to schedule a free inspection and repair. Recall contact: call 800-752-0290, 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.
Affected model numbers
The data plate is located on the lower frame of the unit and contains the serial number and model number.
Which products are included?
This recall involves model years 2018 and 2019 Kubota ZD100 series gasoline-powered zero turn mowers. The model is printed on the side of the mowers. The data plate is located on the lower frame of the unit and contains the serial number and model number. Recalled units are orange and black. Model: Serial Number Range: Z122EBR-48 BEGIN END 21408 22007 Z121SKH-48 BEGIN END 31302 32882 Z125EBR-54 BEGIN END 16242 16547 Z125SKH-54 BEGIN END 29458 31138
Confirm these details on the official CPSC noticeWhy it was recalled
The throttle cable can make contact with internal electric wiring, posing a fire hazard.
Incidents and injuries
None reported
Official remedy
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled Zero Turn Mowers and contact an authorized Kubota dealer to schedule a free inspection and repair. Kubota is contacting all known purchasers directly.
Product and sales details
- Brand
- Kubota Zero Turn
- Manufacturer
- Kubota Manufacturing of America Corporation, of Gainesville, Ga.
- Product type
- Lawn mowers
- Recall number
- 19-730
- Units
- About 3,850
- Manufactured in
- United States
- Sold at / sales period
- Authorized Kubota dealers nationwide from July 2018 to January 2019 for between about $5,000 and $6,000.
Recall contact information
Kubota Tractor Corp. at 800-752-0290 between 8 a.m. and 5 p.m. PT Monday through Friday or online at www.kubotausa.com and click on More, then Safety, then Safety Notices for more information.
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.
