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Vehicles/Motorcycles & ATVs

Kubota Recalls Off-Road Utility Vehicles Due to Carbon Monoxide Hazard

Agency Publication Date: October 2, 2012
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Summary

Kubota is recalling approximately 970 RTV500 model off-road utility vehicles equipped with cabs because carbon monoxide can build up inside the cabin when the engine is idling and the vehicle is stationary. This recall affects gasoline-powered 4x4 vehicles with side-by-side seating for two people, available in orange or camouflage. Two people have reported suffering from headaches caused by the gas. Kubota is providing a free repair that includes installing a high-velocity exhaust tail pipe and new seals.

Risk

Carbon monoxide gas can accumulate within the enclosed cab during idling, posing a risk of carbon monoxide poisoning to the driver and passenger. Two instances of headaches attributed to gas exposure have already been reported.

What You Should Do

  1. Identify your vehicle by looking for the model number 'RTV500' on the doors and 'Kubota' and '4x4' on the outside of the cargo bed.
  2. Check if your vehicle has an enclosed cab, as this recall specifically affects the RTV500 with the cab option.
  3. Contact an authorized Kubota dealer to schedule a free repair, which will include the installation of a high-velocity exhaust tail pipe, special seals inside the cab, and a full check of the ventilating system.
  4. For more information, contact Kubota toll-free at 800-752-0290 between 8:30 a.m. and 4:30 p.m. PT Monday through Friday, or visit www.kubota.com and click on Safety/Safety Notices.
  5. Call the CPSC Hotline at 800-638-2772 for additional questions regarding this recall.

Your Remedy Options

๐Ÿ”งFree Repair

Consumers should contact their Kubota dealer to schedule a free repair of the recalled vehicle, including the installation of a high-velocity exhaust tail pipe, the installation of special seals inside the cab and a check of the ventilating system.

Contact: For more information, contact Kubota toll-free at (800) 752-0290 between 8:30 a.m. and 4:30 p.m. PT Monday through Friday or visit the firm's website at www.kubota.com and click on Safety/Safety Notices. Kubota is contacting its customers directly.

Affected Products

Product: Kubota RTV500 with cab
Model:
RTV500
Date Ranges: September 2008 through April 2012

Product Images

Picture of recalled off-road utility vehicle

Picture of recalled off-road utility vehicle

Additional Information

Agency: Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC)
Recall ID: 13701
Status: Active
Manufacturer: Kubota Manufacturing of America Corporation, of Gainesville, Ga.
Sold By: Authorized Kubota dealers nationwide from September 2008 through April 2012 for between $12,900 and $13,200.
Manufactured In: United States
Units Affected: About 970
Distributed To: Nationwide
Contact: For more information, contact Kubota toll-free at (800) 752-0290 between 8:30 a.m. and 4:30 p.m. PT Monday through Friday or visit the firm's website at www.kubota.com and click on Safety/Safety Notices. Kubota is contacting its customers directly.
Agency Last Updated: January 12, 2015

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AI-Enhanced Content: The summary, action steps, and risk assessment on this page were generated by AI from official government recall data to improve readability. This is not legal or medical advice. Always refer to the official agency sources below for authoritative information.

Sources: CPSC Notice ยท Raw API Response