Bob-Cat zero turn mowers (CRZ/XRZ models) recalled due to steering control arm breaking under normal use, risking loss of control and crashes. Return to dealer for free repair.
The steering control arm component can break under normal use, causing driver to lose control and crash.
Bob-Cat zero turn mowers from specific models and serial numbers are recalled because the steering control arm can break during normal use, causing loss of control and crashes. Owners should return the mower to their dealer for a free repair with a new control arm component.
The steering control arm component can break under normal use, causing the driver to lose control and crash. This breakage can happen without warning during typical operation, leading to accidents.
Owners of Bob-Cat CRZ and XRZ zero turn mowers with specific model numbers and serial ranges are affected. Riders of these mowers are at the highest risk due to potential loss of control.
Check for the brand name "Bob Cat" in red lettering on the front and top of the mower deck. Look for model numbers and serial numbers listed in the recall notice (CRZ/XRZ models with specific sizes and numbers).
Take the mower to the dealer where it was purchased for a free repair with a newly designed control arm component.
Mower should be returned to the dealer where purchased for free repair with a newly designed control arm component. Consumers who completed the warranty registration card were contacted directly by Schiller Grounds Care, Inc, with instructions for obtaining the repair.
CRZ 48-inch (model 942699, serials 94260000070-94260001236), CZR 52-inch (model 942601, serials 94260100070-94260101722), CZR 61-inch (model 942602, serials 94260200070-94260200545), XRZ 48-inch (model 942610, serials 94261000070-94261000390), XRZ 52-inch (model 942611, serials 94261100070-94261100709), and XRZ 61-inch (model 942612, serials 94261200070-94261200342).
If you own a recalled model, you should return the mower to your dealer for a free repair with a new control arm component. Contact Schiller Grounds Care, Inc. if you completed the warranty registration card.
Check for the model numbers and serial numbers listed in the recall notice (CRZ/XRZ models with specific sizes and numbers). The plate with serial and model number is under the seat on the frame cross-member.
We’ve drafted a message you can send Bob-Cat to request your refund or repair — edit it as you like.
Subject: Recall 1969 — Bob-Cat Bob-Cat Zero Turn Riding Mower Hello, I own a Bob-Cat Zero Turn Riding Mower that is covered by recall 1969 from Bob-Cat. The official recall notice states: Mower should be returned to the dealer where purchased for free repair with a newly designed control arm component. Consumers who completed the warranty registration card were contacted directly by Schiller Grounds Care, Inc, with instructions for obtaining the repair. I’m writing to arrange the remedy described in the recall (a refund, repair, or replacement as applicable). Could you please tell me the next steps to resolve this? Thank you.
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The facts (hazard, remedy, dates, manufacturer) are pulled from the official CPSC recall record. The plain-language summary and step-by-step checklist are written by GovInfoNow to make the official notice easier to act on — they don’t replace it.
