Recall #11-733 · Published April 13, 2011

Cub Cadet riding lawn mowers

Cub Cadet Recalls Riding Lawn Mowers Due to Fire Hazard

CPSC published a recall notice for Cub Cadet riding lawn mowers from Cub Cadet riding lawn on April 13, 2011. CPSC identifies this hazard: A fuel leak can occur near the rear mounting screws on the bottom of the fuel tank, posing a fire hazard. The official remedy states: Consumers should immediately stop using the mowers and store them outside. Consumers should contact their local Cub Cadet dealer to schedule an appointment for a free repair.

Cub Cadet riding lawn mowers
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What to check on the product label

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Affected model numbers

17BF3AGV01017BF3AGX01017AF5BHH01017AF5BHB01017AF5GHC01017AF5GHD01053AH5FJB05053AH5FJD05053AH8CTB05053AH8CTD050
Additional identifying details

They sold under the following brand names and model numbers: Model Factory Model Numbers Cub Cadet Z Force 48 17BF3AGV010 Cub Cadet Z Force 54 17BF3AGX010 Cub Cadet Z-Force-S 46 17AF5BHH010 Cub Cadet Z-Force-S 48 17AF5BHB010 Cub Cadet Z-Force-S 54 17AF5GHC010 Cub Cadet Z-Force-S 60 17AF5GHD010 Cub Cadet Z-Force Commercial 48 53AH5FJB050 Cub Cadet Z-Force Commercial 60 53AH5FJD050 Cub Cadet Tank L48 53AH8CTB050 Cub Cadet Tank L60 53AH8CTD050 Model number, serial number and date of manufacturer are printed on a label located under the front of the driver's seat.

Why it was recalled

A fuel leak can occur near the rear mounting screws on the bottom of the fuel tank, posing a fire hazard.

Incidents and injuries

None reported.

Official remedy

Consumers should immediately stop using the mowers and store them outside. Consumers should contact their local Cub Cadet dealer to schedule an appointment for a free repair.

Remedy type: Repair

Product and sales details

Manufacturer
MTD Consumer Group Inc, of Cleveland, Ohio
Recall number
11-733
Units
About 4,300
Manufactured in
United States
Sold at / sales period
Cub Cadet dealers nationwide from February 2011 through March 2011 for between $3,600 to $7,000.

Cub Cadet riding lawn mowers

CPSC product type: Riding Lawn Mowers

Recall contact information

For more information, contact Cub Cadet toll-free at (888) 848-6038 between 8 a.m. and 5 p.m. ET Monday through Friday, or visit the firm's website at www.cubcadet.com

Verify phone numbers, hours, and websites on the current CPSC notice before contacting the firm.

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