Kubota ZG100 Series Zero Turn riding mowers recall 13-734

Kubota ZG100 Series Zero Turn riding mowers

Kubota Recalls Riding Mowers Due to Fire Hazard (Recall Alert)

CPSC published a recall notice for Kubota ZG100 Series Zero Turn riding mowers from Kubota Manufacturing of America Corp. on May 21, 2013. CPSC identifies this hazard: 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. The official remedy states: Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled mowers and contact Kubota for a free repair. Kubota is contacting its customers directly.

What to check on the product label

Compare every letter, number, space, and suffix. A similar-looking product may not be included in this recall.

Affected model numbers

ZG124EZG123SZG127EZG127S

Additional identifying details

Check the product label for these CPSC-listed model numbers: ZG124E, ZG123S, ZG127E, ZG127S.

Why it was recalled

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.

Incidents and injuries

The firm has received 56 reports of mowers' fuel tanks leaking. No injuries or property damage have been reported.

Official remedy

Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled mowers and contact Kubota for a free repair. Kubota is contacting its customers directly.

Remedy type: Repair

Product and sales details

Brand: Kubota Manufacturing of America Corp.
Manufacturer: Kubota Manufacturing of America Corp., of Gainesville, Ga.
Recall number: 13-734
Units: About 8,600
Manufactured in: United States
Sold at / sales period: Authorized Kubota dealers nationwide from December 2012 through April 2013 for between $5,000 and $6,300.