CPSC recall · Reported May 21, 2013
Kubota Recalls Riding Mowers Due to Fire Hazard (Recall Alert)
The fuel tank's pressure relief valve can malfunction, causing the tank to expand and rub against the transmission drive belt and drive cooling fan. This can wear a hole in the fu…
Kubota Manufacturing of America Corp., of Gainesville, Ga. recalled This recall involves orange-colored Kubota ZG100 Series Zero Turn riding mowers with the ….
Kubota Recalls Riding Mowers Due to Fire Hazard (Recall Alert) was recalled by Kubota Manufacturing of America Corp., of Gainesville, Ga. in May 21, 2013. Reason: The fuel tank's pressure relief valve can malfunction, causing the tank to expand and rub against the transmi…. Remedy: Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled mowers and contact Kubota for a free…. Verify recall #13734 with the CPSC before acting.
The recall
Kubota Manufacturing of America Corp., of Gainesville, Ga. issued this CPSC recall-The fuel tank's pressure relief valve can malfunction, causing the tank to expand and rub against the transmi….
- None
- agency class
- May 21, 2013
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Sourced from official CPSC enforcement records. Verify recall #13734 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
This recall involves orange-colored Kubota ZG100 Series Zero Turn riding mowers with the following model and serial numbers: Model ZG124E with serial numbers between 10002 and 12179, Model ZG123S with serial numbers between 10002 and 12505, Model ZG127E with serial numbers between 10002 and 11574 and Model ZG127S with serial numbers between 10003 and 12959. Kubota is printed on the front of the mower and on the side. The model and serial numbers are printed on the data plate on the left part of the frame near the operator's foot area.
Reason for recall
The fuel tank's pressure relief valve can malfunction, causing the tank to expand and rub against the transmission drive belt and drive cooling fan. This can wear a hole in the fuel tank and cause a fuel leak, posing a fire hazard.
Remedy, what to do
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled mowers and contact Kubota for a free repair. Kubota is contacting its customers directly.
Recall Profile
| Attribute | Value |
|---|---|
| Agency | U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission |
| Severity class | Not classified by agency |
| Status | Active |
| Recall number | 13734 |
| Date reported | May 21, 2013 |
| Date initiated | May 21, 2013 |
| Recalling firm | Kubota Manufacturing of America Corp., of Gainesville, Ga. |
| Affected scope | About 8,600 |
| 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 mowers and contact Kubota for a free repair. Kubota is contacting its custom…
- Check the recall number (13734) 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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