Independent reference · Facts sourced from CPSC, ENERGY STAR and DOE Record verified Aug 18, 2026
Active recall — stop using this product now.
Remedy: free repair · About 4,900 (in addition, about 1,300 were sold in Canada) units
Power tools Recall No. 19-706 Published October 24, 2018

Cub Cadet RZT SX EFI zero-turn riding mowers

The fuel tank's neck can crack and cause fuel to leak, posing a fire hazard. Manufactured by Cub Cadet and sold at Independent Cub Cadet dealers nationwide and online at www.PowerEquipmentDirect.com from December 2017 – August 2018 for $3,000 to $3,500.

Recalled Cub Cadet 2018 RZT SX EFI zero-turn riding mower.
What you are looking at

Recalled Cub Cadet 2018 RZT SX EFI zero-turn riding mower.

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Affected model numbers

Why it was recalled

The fuel tank's neck can crack and cause fuel to leak, posing a fire hazard.

15
Incident reports to the firm
0
Injuries reported
0
SaferProducts.gov reports

Cub Cadet has received 15 reports of the fuel tank's neck cracking. No injuries have been reported.

The official remedy

Remedy type: repair
01
What to do

Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled mowers, store them outside and contact an authorized Cub Cadet dealer or customer service representative to arrange for a free repair. Cub Cadet is contacting all known purchasers directly

Product and sales details

ManufacturerCub Cadet, of Cleveland, Ohio
UnitsAbout 4,900 (in addition, about 1,300 were sold in Canada)
Made inUnited States
Sold atIndependent Cub Cadet dealers nationwide and online at www.PowerEquipmentDirect.com
Sales periodDecember 2017 – August 2018
Price$3,000 to $3,500
Category Power tools

How to reach the firm

Phone
888-848-6038
9 a.m. to 7 p.m. ET Monday through Friday
Recall page
www.cubcadet.com

Verify phone numbers, hours and web addresses on the current CPSC notice before contacting the firm.

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