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Product Recall
Cub Cadet Recalls Riding Lawn Mowers Due to Fire Hazard
Cub Cadet riding lawn mowers
Recall Date: April 13th, 2011
Type: Riding Lawn Mowers
Units: About 4,300
Hazards: A fuel leak can occur near the rear mounting screws on the bottom of the fuel tank, posing a fire hazard.
Remedies: Repair
Consumers should immediately stop using the mowers and store them outside. Consumers should contact their local Cub Cadet dealer to schedule an appointment for a free repair.
Description
The recalled 2011 Cub Cadet zero turn riding lawn mowers, intended for both commercial and private use, have yellow and black steel frames. They sold under the following brand names and model numbers: ModelFactory Model Numbers Cub Cadet Z Force 48 17BF3AGV010 Cub Cadet Z Force 54 17BF3AGX010 Cub Cadet Z-Force-S 46 17AF5BHH010 Cub Cadet Z-Force-S 48 17AF5BHB010 Cub Cadet Z-Force-S 54 17AF5GHC010 Cub Cadet Z-Force-S 60 17AF5GHD010 Cub Cadet Z-Force Commercial 48 53AH5FJB050 Cub Cadet Z-Force Commercial 60 53AH5FJD050 Cub Cadet Tank L48 53AH8CTB050 Cub Cadet Tank L60 53AH8CTD050 Model number, serial number and date of manufacturer are printed on a label located under the front of the driver’s seat. The serial number range and date of manufacture (DOM) of affected mowers are 1A101ZXXXXX (DOM 01/2011) through 1C091ZXXXXX (DOM 03/2011). Date of manufacture appears on the label.
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Consumer Contact:
For more information, contact Cub Cadet toll-free at (888) 848-6038 between 8 a.m. and 5 p.m. ET Monday through Friday, or visit the firm’s website at www.cubcadet.comInjuries:
None reported.
Manufacturers:
MTD Consumer Group Inc, of Cleveland, Ohio
Retailers:
Cub Cadet dealers nationwide from February 2011 through March 2011 for between $3,600 to $7,000.
