Severity
Moderate
CPSC recall · Reported April 16, 2009
The utility vehicle's throttle cable can lock in freezing temperatures. This can cause the engine not to return to idle when the driver takes his or her foot off the accelerator p…
Bush Hog LLC, of Selma, Ala. recalled The recall includes the Bush Hog Models TH4400 (Trail Hand) and 4430 4X4 Off-Road Utility… - a moderate-severity action.
Bush Hog Off-Road Utility Vehicles Recalled Due to Loss of Speed Control; Cash Incentive … was recalled by Bush Hog LLC, of Selma, Ala. in April 16, 2009. Reason: The utility vehicle's throttle cable can lock in freezing temperatures. This can cause the engine not to retu…. Remedy: Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled off-road utility vehicles and contac…. Verify recall #09736 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 lock in freezing temperatures. This can cause the engine not to retu….
Sourced from official CPSC enforcement records. Verify recall #09736 with the agency before acting. Full product description, hazard, remedy, and related recalls are below.
This CPSC action (record #09736) was formally reported on April 16, 2009. 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 850 units.
The documented reason for this recall is: The utility vehicle's throttle cable can lock 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, posing a risk of loss of vehicle c… 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.
Where this recall sits in its category - 7,642 vehicles recalls on record
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 850 units
Related Recalls
6
6 from same agency
The recall includes the Bush Hog Models TH4400 (Trail Hand) and 4430 4X4 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 "TH4400" or "4430" is printed on each side of the hood. The hood color is red, green, or mossy oak.
The utility vehicle's throttle cable can lock 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, posing a risk of loss of vehicle control and injury to the driver and passenger.
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. Bush Hog is issuing a $50 incentive check for retail customers that bring their machines in for the throttle cable replacement.
| Attribute | Value |
|---|---|
| Agency | U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission |
| Severity class | Moderate |
| Status | Active |
| Recall number | 09736 |
| Date reported | April 16, 2009 |
| Date initiated | April 16, 2009 |
| Recalling firm | Bush Hog LLC, of Selma, Ala. |
| Affected scope | About 850 units |
| 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…
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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