Cub Cadet Recalls Riding Lawn Mowers Due to Fire Hazard

Cub Cadet riding lawn mowers

Date of Recall

2011-04-13

CPSC Release Number

11-733

Manufactured In

United States

Units

About 4,300

Manufacturer

MTD Consumer Group Inc, of Cleveland, Ohio

Problem/Hazard

A fuel leak can occur near the rear mounting screws on the bottom of the fuel tank, posing a fire hazard.

Injuries/Incidents

None reported.

Description

The recalled 2011 Cub Cadet zero turn riding lawn mowers, intended for both commercial and private use, have yellow and black steel frames. They sold under the following brand names and model numbers:

Model	Factory Model Numbers
Cub Cadet Z Force 48	17BF3AGV010
Cub Cadet Z Force 54	17BF3AGX010
Cub Cadet Z-Force-S 46	17AF5BHH010
Cub Cadet Z-Force-S 48	17AF5BHB010
Cub Cadet Z-Force-S 54	17AF5GHC010
Cub Cadet Z-Force-S 60	17AF5GHD010
Cub Cadet Z-Force Commercial 48	53AH5FJB050
Cub Cadet Z-Force Commercial 60	53AH5FJD050
Cub Cadet Tank L48	53AH8CTB050
Cub Cadet Tank L60	53AH8CTD050

Remedy

Consumers should immediately stop using the mowers and store them outside. Consumers should contact their local Cub Cadet dealer to schedule an appointment for a free repair.

Consumer Contact

For more information, contact Cub Cadet toll-free at (888) 848-6038 between 8 a.m. and 5 p.m. ET Monday through Friday, or visit the firm’s website at www.cubcadet.com