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CPSC recall · Reported June 18, 2008

Bush Hog Off-Road Utility Vehicles Recalled Due to Loss of Speed Control

The utility vehicle's throttle cable can freeze in freezing temperatures. This can cause the engine not to return to idle when the driver takes his or her foot off the accelerator…

Recall #
08586
Affected scope
About 4,000
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Bush Hog LLC, of Selma, Ala. recalled The recall includes the Bush Hog Models TH440 (Trail Hunter), TH4200 (Trail Hand) and TH4… - a moderate-severity action.

Bush Hog Off-Road Utility Vehicles Recalled Due to Loss of Speed Control was recalled by Bush Hog LLC, of Selma, Ala. in June 18, 2008. Reason: The utility vehicle's throttle cable can freeze in freezing temperatures. This can cause the engine not to re…. Remedy: Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled off-road utility vehicles and contac…. Verify recall #08586 with the CPSC before acting.

The recall

Bush Hog LLC, of Selma, Ala. issued this moderate-severity CPSC recall-The utility vehicle's throttle cable can freeze in freezing temperatures. This can cause the engine not to re….

Moderate
severity level
June 18, 2008
reported

Sourced from official CPSC enforcement records. Verify recall #08586 with the agency before acting. Full product description, hazard, remedy, and related recalls are below.

Recall Insight

This CPSC action (record #08586) was formally reported on June 18, 2008. 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 4,000.

The documented reason for this recall is: The utility vehicle's throttle cable can freeze in freezing temperatures. This can cause the engine not to return to idle when the driver takes his or her foot off the accelerator pedal. 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 immediately stop using the recalled off-road utility vehicles and contact a Bush Hog dealer to schedule a free inspection and repair. All registered owners have been notified about t… - 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.

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Severity

Moderate

Affected scope

About 4,000

Related Recalls

6

6 from same agency

Product description

The recall includes the Bush Hog Models TH440 (Trail Hunter), TH4200 (Trail Hand) and TH4400 (Trail Hand) Off-Road Utility Vehicles. "Bush Hog" is printed on the utility vehicle's cargo bed tail gate and on each side of the cargo bed. Model "TH440," "TH4200," or "TH4400" is printed on each side of the hood. The hood color is red, green, or mossy oak.

Reason for recall

The utility vehicle's throttle cable can freeze in freezing temperatures. This can cause the engine not to return to idle when the driver takes his or her foot off the accelerator pedal.

Remedy, what to do

Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled off-road utility vehicles and contact a Bush Hog dealer to schedule a free inspection and repair. All registered owners have been notified about this recall by mail.

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 08586
Date reported June 18, 2008
Date initiated June 18, 2008
Recalling firm Bush Hog LLC, of Selma, Ala.
Affected scope About 4,000
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 immediately stop using the recalled off-road utility vehicles and contact a Bush Hog dealer to schedule a free i…

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  • 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 Models TH440 (Trail Hunter), TH4200 (Trail Hand) and TH4400 (Trail Hand) Off-Road Utility Vehicles. "Bush Hog" is printed on the utility vehicle's cargo bed tail gate and on each side of the cargo bed. Model "TH440," "TH4200," or "TH4400" is printed on each side of the hood. The hood color is red, green, or mossy oak.. Recalled by Bush Hog LLC, of Selma, Ala.. Units affected: About 4,000.
Why was this product recalled?
The utility vehicle's throttle cable can freeze in freezing temperatures. This can cause the engine not to return to idle when the driver takes his or her foot off the accelerator pedal.
What should consumers do?
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled off-road utility vehicles and contact a Bush Hog dealer to schedule a free inspection and repair. All registered owners have been notified about this recall by mail.
Which agency issued this recall?
This recall was issued by the CPSC on June 18, 2008. Severity: Moderate. Recall number: 08586.
How do I check if my product is affected by a recall?
Check the product description and recall number (08586) 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 June 18, 2008. 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.