Recalls / 2001-12-11
CPSC, Cub Cadet Corp. Announce Recall of Garden Tractors
02059 · Recalled 2001-12-11 · CPSC page
Description
The recalled garden tractors have a 44-inch cutting deck, an 18- or 20-horsepower engine, a yellow base, and a black seat and steering wheel. The model name ("Cub Cadet") is printed in blue on the engine hood near the steering wheel, and the model number (#3184) is printed in large numbers on the hood of the tractor. The name "Cub Cadet Corporation" and the model number are also printed on the model plate label affixed to the lower frame near the right front wheel.
Hazards
The tractor's rear wheel can loosen and spin free on its axle, resulting in a loss of power to the wheel and brake, which poses the risk of injury to consumers.
Reported injuries
Cub Cadet has received 44 reports of wheels loosening and spinning free on the axle, though no injuries or property damage have been reported.
Remedy
Consumers should stop using these garden tractors immediately and contact the Cub Cadet dealership where the tractor was purchased to schedule a free repair.
Products
| Name | Model | Units |
|---|---|---|
| "Cub Cadet" Garden Tractors | About 6,000 |
Parties
- Manufacturer
- Cub Cadet Corp.
- Sold at
- Authorized Cub Cadet dealers nationwide sold the garden tractors, from October 1999 through November 2001, for about $6, 000.
Consumer contact
For more information, consumers should call Cub Cadet toll-free at (888) 848-6038 between 8 a.m. and 5 p.m. ET Monday through Friday.
Source: CPSC recall 02059. Inclusion in this database is not legal or medical advice.