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Kubota Recalls Utility Vehicles Due to Injury and Collision Hazards (Recall Alert)

Reported: December 1, 2022 Initiated: December 1, 2022 #23713

Product Description

This recall involves model year 2018 through 2022 base model Kubota RTV-XG850 Utility Vehicles, known as the "Sidekick." "Sidekick" and/or the model number are on the side of the utility vehicle. Data plates on the side of the recalled vehicles have the model number and serial numbers ranging from 10001-50018, X0001-X0139, and Y0001-Y1312.

Reason for Recall

The utility vehicle's steering shaft can shear at or near the electric power steering housing, and cause the driver to lose steering control, posing injury and collision hazards.

Remedy

Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled utility vehicles and contact an authorized Kubota dealer to schedule a free inspection and free repair. Kubota is contacting all known purchasers directly.

Details

Units Affected
About 19,500
Official Source
https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2023/Kubota-Recalls-Utility-Vehicles-Due-to-Injury-and-Collision-Hazards-Recall-Alert

Frequently Asked Questions

What product was recalled? ▼
This recall involves model year 2018 through 2022 base model Kubota RTV-XG850 Utility Vehicles, known as the "Sidekick." "Sidekick" and/or the model number are on the side of the utility vehicle. Data plates on the side of the recalled vehicles have the model number and serial numbers ranging from 10001-50018, X0001-X0139, and Y0001-Y1312.. Recalled by Kubota Tractor Corporation, of Grapevine, Texas. Units affected: About 19,500.
Why was this product recalled? ▼
The utility vehicle's steering shaft can shear at or near the electric power steering housing, and cause the driver to lose steering control, posing injury and collision hazards.
What should consumers do? ▼
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled utility vehicles and contact an authorized Kubota dealer to schedule a free inspection and free repair. Kubota is contacting all known purchasers directly.
Which agency issued this recall? ▼
This recall was issued by the CPSC on December 1, 2022. Severity: Moderate. Recall number: 23713.

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