MTD Products Recalls Cub Cadet Commercial Lawn Mowers Due to Risk of Fire (Recall Alert)
What was recalled
This recall involves eight 2011 model Cub Cadet commercial zero turn lawn mowers. Models included in the recall are: M54-KH, M60-KH, M60-KW, M72-KW, S6031-KW, S7237-KW, TANK L48 and TANK L60. Mowers included in the recall were manufactured between January 2011 and December 2011. A label located on the frame under the foot rest lists the model number and the month and year date of manufacture (DOM).
Hazard
Fuel can leak from the vent valve grommet on top of the fuel tank during operation, posing a risk of fire.
Injuries
Cub Cadet has received 106 reports of fuel leaking or seeping from the top of the tank, including one report of a fire. No injuries have been reported.
Made in
United States
Where it was sold
- Independent Cub Cadet dealers nationwide from January 2011 through January 2013 for between $7,700 and $18,700.
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