RTV-X series utility vehicles recalled over injury risk

Recall date

November 30, 2017

Source

U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC)

Official notice title

Kubota Recalls RTV-X Series Utility Vehicles Due to Injury Hazard (Recall Alert)

Recall number

18704

Sold / distributed

Authorized Kubota dealers nationwide from June 2015 through June 2017 for between $15,000 and $25,000.

Why it was recalled

The seat belt stays can break, posing an injury hazard to consumers in the event of a crash.

What was recalled

This recall involves Kubota RTV-X series utility vehicles with model numbers ending in 900, 1100, 1120D and 1140. The diesel-powered vehicles were sold in orange and camouflage. Kubota and Diesel are printed on the side of the rear bed box. The model number is on the side of the unit and on the data plate located on the back of the cab, between the cab and the bed. The utility vehicles with the following serial numbers, located on the data plate, are included on this recall. Model Serial Number Range Manufacture Date Range RTV-X900 31229 through 42402 12/2015 through 6/2017 RTV-X1100 26899 through 35995 RTV-X1120D 18541 through 20746 RTV-X1140 10001 through 19546 6/2015 through 6/2017

What to do

Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled vehicles and contact an authorized Kubota dealer to schedule a free repair. The firm is contacting consumers directly.. Follow the official notice for full instructions.