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CPSC recall · Reported May 12, 2005

CPSC, Bush Hog, LLC Announce Recall of Utility Vehicles

The front suspension A-frame can break or separate from the front wheel and cause a loss of steering ability, resulting in serious injury or death.

Recall #
05572
Affected scope
About 300
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Bush Hog LLC, of Selma, Ala. recalled The recall includes the Bush Hog Model TH 440 Off-Road Utility Vehicle. The "Bush Hog" na… - a moderate-severity action.

CPSC, Bush Hog, LLC Announce Recall of Utility Vehicles was recalled by Bush Hog LLC, of Selma, Ala. in May 12, 2005. Reason: The front suspension A-frame can break or separate from the front wheel and cause a loss of steering ability,…. Remedy: Consumers should stop using these utility vehicles immediately. All registered owners hav…. Verify recall #05572 with the CPSC before acting.

The recall

Bush Hog LLC, of Selma, Ala. issued this moderate-severity CPSC recall-The front suspension A-frame can break or separate from the front wheel and cause a loss of steering ability,….

Moderate
severity level
May 12, 2005
reported

Sourced from official CPSC enforcement records. Verify recall #05572 with the agency before acting. Full product description, hazard, remedy, and related recalls are below.

Recall Insight

This CPSC action (record #05572) was formally reported on May 12, 2005. It is classified under Moderate severity, with a current status of Active. Bush Hog LLC, of Selma, Ala. is listed as the recalling firm. Federal records list the affected scope as About 300.

The documented reason for this recall is: The front suspension A-frame can break or separate from the front wheel and cause a loss of steering ability, resulting in serious injury or death. Distribution information was not included in the agency filing, so consumers should assume broad potential exposure until the firm publishes point-of-sale details. The remedy documented by the agency is: Consumers should stop using these utility vehicles immediately. All registered owners have been notified about this recall by mail. Consumers with a recalled vehicle should contact their local Bush H… - consumers holding this product should act on that instruction rather than relying on general guidance.

Within the same product category the archive holds 6 closely related recalls, 6 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.

Vehicles recalls over time

Where this recall sits in its category - 7,642 vehicles recalls on record

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Where this recall sits in the database

Of 101,704 recalls in the database, 24,878 are high severity, 72,426 moderate, and 4,400 low. This recall is classified moderate severity.

Counts reflect market size and reporting activity, not inherent danger, we do not rank products by risk from raw recall volume.

Severity

Moderate

Affected scope

About 300

Related Recalls

6

6 from same agency

Product description

The recall includes the Bush Hog Model TH 440 Off-Road Utility Vehicle. The "Bush Hog" name appears on the cargo bed tail gate and on each side of the cargo bed. The Model "TH440" appears each side of the hood. The hood color is red or green or Mossy Oak.

Reason for recall

The front suspension A-frame can break or separate from the front wheel and cause a loss of steering ability, resulting in serious injury or death.

Remedy, what to do

Consumers should stop using these utility vehicles immediately. All registered owners have been notified about this recall by mail. Consumers with a recalled vehicle should contact their local Bush Hog dealer to schedule the free repair. If consumers are unsure if their vehicle is affected, they should contact Bush Hog.

Recall Profile

Structured summary of the CPSC recall record
Attribute Value
Agency U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission
Severity class Moderate
Status Active
Recall number 05572
Date reported May 12, 2005
Date initiated May 12, 2005
Recalling firm Bush Hog LLC, of Selma, Ala.
Affected scope About 300
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 utility vehicles immediately. All registered owners have been notified about this recall by mai…

  • Check the recall number (05572) 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

What product was recalled?
The recall includes the Bush Hog Model TH 440 Off-Road Utility Vehicle. The "Bush Hog" name appears on the cargo bed tail gate and on each side of the cargo bed. The Model "TH440" appears each side of the hood. The hood color is red or green or Mossy Oak.. Recalled by Bush Hog LLC, of Selma, Ala.. Units affected: About 300.
Why was this product recalled?
The front suspension A-frame can break or separate from the front wheel and cause a loss of steering ability, resulting in serious injury or death.
What should consumers do?
Consumers should stop using these utility vehicles immediately. All registered owners have been notified about this recall by mail. Consumers with a recalled vehicle should contact their local Bush Hog dealer to schedule the free repair. If consumers are unsure if their vehicle is affected, they should contact Bush Hog.
Which agency issued this recall?
This recall was issued by the CPSC on May 12, 2005. Severity: Moderate. Recall number: 05572.
How do I check if my product is affected by a recall?
Check the product description and recall number (05572) against your product. Visit the official CPSC website for the most current information. You can also use our Recall Checker tool to search by product name or brand.
How do I report an injury from a recalled product?
Report injuries to the issuing agency: CPSC at SaferProducts.gov, NHTSA at nhtsa.gov/report-a-safety-problem, or FDA via MedWatch. Document the product (photos, model/serial numbers, purchase receipts) and seek medical attention. Injury reports help agencies track hazard patterns and may strengthen enforcement actions.

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Every figure on PlainRecalls is rendered directly from official FDA, CPSC and NHTSA recall records, no number is typed in by an editor. This recall: CPSC, reported May 12, 2005. Severity classes follow each agency's own taxonomy (FDA Class I/II/III; CPSC and NHTSA by hazard type), and related-recall context is computed across the full archive. See our editorial standards & corrections policy, the methodology behind these numbers, or report a data error. Data current as of July 2026.