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

Reported: June 18, 2008 Initiated: June 18, 2008 #08586

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

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.

Details

Units Affected
About 4,000
Official Source
https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2008/Bush-Hog-Off-Road-Utility-Vehicles-Recalled-Due-to-Loss-of-Speed-Control

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.

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