Utility Vehicles
CPSC Recall #16-744 — May 12, 2016
Product
Utility Vehicles
Description
This recall involves model year 2012 through 2015 Kubota RTV400 and model year 2010 through 2015 Kubota RTV500 series gas-powered utility vehicles. Recalled utility vehicles come in orange and camouflage and have serial numbers ranging from 10001 to 22042 for the RTV400 and 25083 to 40991 for the RTV500. The model is on the side of the unit and on the data plate on the back of the cab, between the cab and the bed. The serial number is also on the data plate.
Hazard
The steering shaft can break and cause the operator to lose control of the vehicle, posing an injury hazard due to risk of collision.
Incidents / Injuries
Kubota has received nine reports of shafts breaking, including one in which a consumer lost control of the vehicle and collided with a barbed wire fence, resulting in a cut on the arm.
Remedy
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled utility vehicles and contact an authorized Kubota dealer for a free inspection and free repair.
Units Affected
About 23,400
Sold At
Authorized Kubota dealers nationwide from 2010 to 2015 for between $21,000 and $22,000.
Manufactured In
United States
What Should You Do?
Stop using this product immediately. Check if you purchased it and follow the remedy instructions — contact the manufacturer for a Repair. If you experienced an injury, report it to the CPSC SaferProducts.gov.