CPSC recall · Reported November 18, 2003
CPSC, Cub Cadet Corp. Announce Recall of Compact Tractors
The tractor's high/low shift lever could pop out of gear into neutral during operation on steep slopes with attachments, such as a back-hoe or front-end loader installed. This cou…
Cub Cadet LLC (Cub Cadet), of Cleveland, Ohio recalled Model number 7252, 7254, 7264, or 7304 is written on the hood of the tractor..
CPSC, Cub Cadet Corp. Announce Recall of Compact Tractors was recalled by Cub Cadet LLC (Cub Cadet), of Cleveland, Ohio in November 18, 2003. Reason: The tractor's high/low shift lever could pop out of gear into neutral during operation on steep slopes with a…. Remedy: Consumers should contact the Cub Cadet dealership where the tractor was purchased to sche…. Verify recall #04512 with the CPSC before acting.
The recall
Cub Cadet LLC (Cub Cadet), of Cleveland, Ohio issued this CPSC recall-The tractor's high/low shift lever could pop out of gear into neutral during operation on steep slopes with a….
- None
- agency class
- 2K units
- affected scope
- November 18, 2003
- reported
Sourced from official CPSC enforcement records. Verify recall #04512 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
Model number 7252, 7254, 7264, or 7304 is written on the hood of the tractor.
Reason for recall
The tractor's high/low shift lever could pop out of gear into neutral during operation on steep slopes with attachments, such as a back-hoe or front-end loader installed. This could result in the machine "free-wheeling" until the brake is applied or the transmission is re- engaged, posing a risk of the operator losing control of the tractor.
Remedy, what to do
Consumers should 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 | 04512 |
| Date reported | November 18, 2003 |
| Date initiated | November 18, 2003 |
| Recalling firm | Cub Cadet LLC (Cub Cadet), of Cleveland, Ohio |
| Affected scope | 2,000 |
| 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 contact the Cub Cadet dealership where the tractor was purchased to schedule a free repair.
- Check the recall number (04512) 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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