Reported Dec 1, 2022
Kubota Recalls Utility Vehicles Due to Injury and Collision Hazards (Recall Alert)
Kubota Tractor Corporation of Grapevine, Texas
High riskUsing this product could cause serious injury, illness or death — stop using it now.What you should do
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled utility vehicles and contact an authorized Kubota dealer to schedule a free inspection and free repair. Kubota is contacting all known purchasers directly.
Firm contact: Kubota Tractor Corporation toll-free at 888-458-2682 from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. CT Monday through Friday, or online at https://www.kubotausa.com/contact/form, Additional information can be found online at www.kubotausa.com/service-support/safety/safety-notices or online at www.kubotausa.com, click Service & Support, click Safety, and then view the Safety & Recall Notice.
What it looks like
Is this the product you have?
- Kubota RTV-XG850 Model Utility Vehicles
- Amount recalled
- About 19,500
Where it was sold
Sold at Authorized Kubota dealers nationwide from June 2018 through October 2022 for between $14,700 and $16,900..
Why it was recalled
Stop using this product now
The utility vehicle's steering shaft can shear at or near the electric power steering housing, and cause the driver to lose steering control, posing injury and collision hazards.
Using this product could cause serious injury, illness or death — stop using it now.
Reports so far: Kubota has received five reports of incidents worldwide of steering shaft shearing. No injuries or deaths have been reported.
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