The Recall Desk
HighCPSC·19723·Announced 2018-12-11

Kubota Recalls Zero Turn Mowers Due to Rollover Protective Structure Failure

Kubota is recalling approximately 11,670 zero turn mowers because the rollover protective structure can loosen and fail to protect the operator during a rollover accident.

What this means for you

Real risk of harm even if no illness or injury has been reported yet. Stop using the product and follow the agency's guidance.

Our severity reasoning: The recall involves a structural defect in the rollover protective structure that poses a risk of injury in a rollover accident, but the source explicitly states that no injuries have been reported, fitting the 'High' severity criteria for risk-of-harm products where injury has not yet been reported.

Plain-English summary

Kubota Tractor Corporation is recalling approximately 11,670 model year 2017 through 2018 Kubota Z400 and Z700 series diesel-powered zero turn mowers. The recalled units were sold in orange and black with "Kubota" imprinted on the front and side. Specific model and serial number ranges are listed in the official recall notice.

The recall is due to a hazard where 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. No injuries have been reported in connection with this defect.

The mowers were sold nationwide through authorized Kubota dealers from November 2017 through September 2018 for between $6,500 and $10,000. Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled mowers and contact an authorized Kubota dealer for a free inspection and repair of the rollover protective structure. Kubota is also contacting all known purchasers directly.

The recalled product

Product
Kubota Zero Turn Mowers
Category
Consumer Product — Lawn and Garden Equipment
Hazard
Affected units
11,670

Distribution

Distributed nationwide across the United States.

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