Kubota RTV-XG850 Model Utility Vehicles

The utility vehicle's steering shaft can shear at or near the electric power steering housing, and cause the driver to lose steering control, posing injury and collision hazards. sold at Authorized Kubota dealers nationwide from June 2018 – October 2022 for $14,700 to $16,900.

What you are looking at

Recalled Kubota Utility Vehicle Model RTV-XG850GA, Sidekick

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Affected model numbers

Why it was recalled

The utility vehicle's steering shaft can shear at or near the electric power steering housing, and cause the driver to lose steering control, posing injury and collision hazards.

Incident reports to the firm

Injuries reported

SaferProducts.gov reports

Kubota has received five reports of incidents worldwide of steering shaft shearing. No injuries or deaths have been reported.

The official remedy

Remedy type: repair

What to do

Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled utility vehicles and contact an authorized Kubota dealer to schedule a free inspection and free repair. Kubota is contacting all known purchasers directly.

Product and sales details

UnitsAbout 19,500

Made inUnited States

Sold atAuthorized Kubota dealers nationwide

Sales periodJune 2018 – October 2022

Price$14,700 to $16,900

How to reach the firm

Phone

888-458-2682

8 a.m. to 5 p.m. CT Monday through Friday

Recall page

https://www.kubotausa.com/contact/form

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