Product Recall Number: 19-706
Why was Cub Cadet RZT SX EFI zero-turn riding mowers recalled?
The fuel tank’s neck can crack and cause fuel to leak, posing a fire hazard.
Product Recall Number: 19-706
Product Safety Warning Number:
Date: 2018-10-24
Product Safety Warning Date:
Name Of Product: Cub Cadet RZT SX EFI zero-turn riding mowers
Description: This recall involves Cub Cadet model year 2018 RZT SX EFI residential zero turn riding mowers. The yellow, four-wheel mower with steering wheel control is sold with a 42, 46 or 50-inch cutting deck. “Cub Cadet” is printed on the front and sides of the mower, and on the seat’s backrest. “RZT SX” is printed below the seat. Models included in the recall are 17AWCBYS010, 17AWCBYZ010, 17RWCBYN010, 17RWCBYN210, 17RWCBYS010 and 17RWCBYZ010 and were manufactured between December 2017 and June 2018. The model number and manufacture date in MM/YYYY format can be found on a label located under the seat frame.
Hazard Description: The fuel tank’s neck can crack and cause fuel to leak, posing a fire hazard.
Consumer Action: None Listed
Original Product Safety Warning Announcement: None Listed
Remedy Type: Repair
Units: About 4,900 (in addition, about 1,300 were sold in Canada)
Incidents: Cub Cadet has received 15 reports of the fuel tank’s neck cracking. No injuries have been reported.
Remedy: Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled mowers, store them outside and contact an authorized Cub Cadet dealer or customer service representative to arrange for a free repair. Cub Cadet is contacting all known purchasers directly
Sold At: Independent Cub Cadet dealers nationwide and online at www.PowerEquipmentDirect.com from December 2017 through August 2018 for between $3,000 and $3,500.
Importers: None Listed
Manufacturers: Cub Cadet, of Cleveland, Ohio
Distributors: None Listed
Manufactured In: United States
Custom Label: None Listed
Custom Field: None Listed