CPSC, Cub Cadet Corp. Announce Recall of Compact Tractors
CPSC recall 04512 · announced November 18, 2003 · Cub Cadet Llc (cub Cadet) · 2,000 units affected
The product
Model number 7252, 7254, 7264, or 7304 is written on the hood of the tractor.
The 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.
What to do (per CPSC)
Consumers should contact the Cub Cadet dealership where the tractor was purchased to schedule a free repair.
Notes
Incidents (per CPSC): None reported.
Sold at: Authorized Cub Cadet dealers nationwide, from May 2002 through mid-October 2003, for between $10,000 and $14,300.
Consumer contact: Call Cub Cadet toll-free at (888) 848-6038 between 8 a.m. and 5 p.m. ET Monday through Friday.
Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission public recall data. This page reports official records and is not legal, medical, or repair advice.