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November 18, 2003 Alert #04-512 |
The following product safety recall was conducted voluntarily by the firm in cooperation with the CPSC. Consumers should stop using the product immediately unless otherwise instructed.
Name of Product: Cub Cadet Series 7000 Compact Tractors
Units: 2,000
Manufacturer: Cub Cadet LLC (Cub Cadet), of Cleveland, Ohio.
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.
Incidents/Injuries: None reported.
Description: Model number 7252, 7254, 7264, or 7304 is written on the hood of the tractor.
Sold At: Authorized Cub Cadet dealers nationwide from May 2002 through mid-October 2003 for between $10,000 and $14,300.
Manufactured In: U.S.A.
Remedy: Consumers should contact the Cub Cadet dealerships where the tractor was purchased to schedule a free repair.
Consumer Contact: Call Cub Cadet toll-free at (888) 848-6038 between 8 a.m. and 5 p.m. ET Monday through Friday.