CPSC, Cub Cadet Corp. Announce Recall of Compact Tractors
Recalled November 18, 2003 · CPSC recall 04512 · Cub Cadet
Hazard
The tractor's high/low shift lever could pop out of gear into neutral during operation on steep slopes with attachments, such as a back-hoe or front-end loader installed. This could result in the machine "free-wheeling" until the brake is applied or the transmission is re- engaged, posing a risk of the operator losing control of the tractor.
Remedy
Consumers should contact the Cub Cadet dealership where the tractor was purchased to schedule a free repair.
Units
2,000
Incidents / injuries
None reported.
Description
Model number 7252, 7254, 7264, or 7304 is written on the hood of the tractor.
What to do
Consumers should contact the Cub Cadet dealership where the tractor was purchased to schedule a free repair.
Contact
Call Cub Cadet toll-free at (888) 848-6038 between 8 a.m. and 5 p.m. ET Monday through Friday.
Product
Cub Cadet Series 7000 Compact Tractors
Manufacturer(s)
Cub Cadet LLC (Cub Cadet), of Cleveland, Ohio
Retailers
Authorized Cub Cadet dealers nationwide, from May 2002 through mid-October 2003, for between $10,000 and $14,300.
Made in
United States
Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission. Official recall notice on cpsc.gov →