Cub Cadet Recalls Riding Lawn Mowers Due to Fire Hazard

Plain-English summary

MTD Consumer Group Inc. of Cleveland, Ohio, is recalling about 4,300 Cub Cadet riding lawn mowers. The recalled 2011 models are zero-turn riding mowers intended for commercial and private use, featuring yellow and black steel frames. The mowers were sold under various brand names and model numbers, including Cub Cadet Z Force 48, Z Force 54, Z-Force-S 46, Z-Force-S 48, Z-Force-S 54, Z-Force-S 60, Z-Force Commercial 48, Z-Force Commercial 60, Tank L48, and Tank L60.

The recall is due to a potential fuel leak that can occur near the rear mounting screws on the bottom of the fuel tank, which poses a fire hazard. The affected mowers have serial numbers ranging from 1A101ZXXXXX to 1C091ZXXXXX, with dates of manufacture from January 2011 through March 2011. The serial number and date of manufacture are printed on a label located under the front of the driver's seat.

These mowers were sold at Cub Cadet dealers nationwide from February 2011 through March 2011 for between $3,600 and $7,000. Consumers should immediately stop using the mowers and store them outside. They should contact their local Cub Cadet dealer to schedule an appointment for a free repair. For more information, consumers can contact Cub Cadet toll-free at (888) 848-6038 between 8 a.m. and 5 p.m. ET Monday through Friday, or visit www.cubcadet.com.

The recalled product

Product

Cub Cadet riding lawn mowers

Manufacturer

MTD Consumer Group Inc, of Cleveland, Ohio

Category

Consumer Product — Lawn Mowers

Hazard

• fire
• fuel-leak

Affected units

4,300

Distribution

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