Kubota recalls RTV500 off-road utility vehicles with cab due to carbon monoxide buildup when idling. Owners must contact dealer for free repair including exhaust tailpipe and cab seals.
Carbon monoxide can accumulate in the vehicle cab when the engine is idling and the vehicle is not moving, resulting in carbon monoxide poisoning.
Kubota is recalling RTV500 off-road utility vehicles with cabs because carbon monoxide can build up inside the cab when the engine idles and the vehicle isn't moving. This poses a risk of carbon monoxide poisoning, which can be serious.
Carbon monoxide can accumulate in the vehicle cab when the engine is idling and the vehicle is not moving. This buildup can lead to carbon monoxide poisoning, which may cause serious health effects if not addressed.
Owners of Kubota RTV500 off-road utility vehicles with cabs are affected. People who use these vehicles in enclosed or semi-enclosed spaces where ventilation is poor are at higher risk.
Check for the model number "RTV500" on the vehicle doors. The vehicle has a 4x4 configuration with side-by-side seating for two people and an optional cab. It was sold in orange or camouflage colors.
Schedule a free repair at your Kubota dealer to install a high-velocity exhaust tail pipe, special seals inside the cab, and check the ventilating system.
Consumers should contact their Kubota dealer to schedule a free repair of the recalled vehicle, including the installation of a high-velocity exhaust tail pipe, the installation of special seals inside the cab and a check of the ventilating system.
No, only the RTV500 models with a cab are affected.
The recalled vehicles are available in orange or camouflage colors.
Check for the model number "RTV500" on the vehicle doors. The vehicle has a 4x4 configuration with side-by-side seating for two people and an optional cab.
We’ve drafted a message you can send Kubota to request your refund or repair — edit it as you like.
Subject: Recall 1473 — Kubota Off-road Utility Vehicle Hello, I own a Off-road Utility Vehicle that is covered by recall 1473 from Kubota. The official recall notice states: Consumers should contact their Kubota dealer to schedule a free repair of the recalled vehicle, including the installation of a high-velocity exhaust tail pipe, the installation of special seals inside the cab and a check of the ventilating system. 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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