CPSC recall · Reported December 11, 2001
CPSC, Cub Cadet Corp. Announce Recall of Garden Tractors
The tractor's rear wheel can loosen and spin free on its axle, resulting in a loss of power to the wheel and brake, which poses the risk of injury to consumers.
Cub Cadet Corp., of Cleveland, Ohio recalled The recalled garden tractors have a 44-inch cutting deck, an 18- or 20-horsepower engine,….
CPSC, Cub Cadet Corp. Announce Recall of Garden Tractors was recalled by Cub Cadet Corp., of Cleveland, Ohio in December 11, 2001. Reason: The tractor's rear wheel can loosen and spin free on its axle, resulting in a loss of power to the wheel and …. Remedy: Consumers should stop using these garden tractors immediately and contact the Cub Cadet d…. Verify recall #02059 with the CPSC before acting.
The recall
Cub Cadet Corp., of Cleveland, Ohio issued this CPSC recall-The tractor's rear wheel can loosen and spin free on its axle, resulting in a loss of power to the wheel and ….
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- agency class
- December 11, 2001
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Sourced from official CPSC enforcement records. Verify recall #02059 with the agency before acting. Full product description, hazard, remedy, and related recalls are below.
Recall Insight
This recall's affected scope, documented in the Recall Profile below, stays within a single-region or limited-distribution footprint. Distribution information was not included in the agency filing, so consumers should assume broad potential exposure until the firm publishes point-of-sale details. Consumers holding this product should act on the agency's documented remedy above rather than relying on general guidance.
Within the same product category the archive holds 6 closely related recalls, 3 from CPSC - clustering in a narrow category often points to a systemic quality-control or supplier issue rather than a one-off defect. Always verify the recall number against the official agency record before acting.
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Product description
The recalled garden tractors have a 44-inch cutting deck, an 18- or 20-horsepower engine, a yellow base, and a black seat and steering wheel. The model name ("Cub Cadet") is printed in blue on the engine hood near the steering wheel, and the model number (#3184) is printed in large numbers on the hood of the tractor. The name "Cub Cadet Corporation" and the model number are also printed on the model plate label affixed to the lower frame near the right front wheel.
Reason for recall
The tractor's rear wheel can loosen and spin free on its axle, resulting in a loss of power to the wheel and brake, which poses the risk of injury to consumers.
Remedy, what to do
Consumers should stop using these garden tractors immediately and contact the Cub Cadet dealership where the tractor was purchased to schedule a free repair.
Recall Profile
| Attribute | Value |
|---|---|
| Agency | U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission |
| Severity class | Not classified by agency |
| Status | Active |
| Recall number | 02059 |
| Date reported | December 11, 2001 |
| Date initiated | December 11, 2001 |
| Recalling firm | Cub Cadet Corp., of Cleveland, Ohio |
| Affected scope | About 6,000 |
| Distribution | Not disclosed |
| Official source | CPSC notice → |
Profile values are sourced directly from the official CPSC enforcement record. Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission.
What to do with this recall
Consumers should stop using these garden tractors immediately and contact the Cub Cadet dealership where the tractor was purchase…
- Check the recall number (02059) and product description against the item you own. Search the archive
- Confirm the current status and remedy on the official CPSC notice before acting. CPSC notice
- Follow the documented remedy (refund, replacement, repair, or disposal) rather than general advice. What to do next
This page summarizes the official CPSC record for research and awareness; it is not legal, medical, or safety advice. Verify with the issuing agency before acting.
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