2018 Challenger 400 Fuel Neck Recall

U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission – Fast Track Recall – Recall Alert

Recall Date: October 24, 2018

Recall Number: 19-707

Cub Cadet Recalls Utility Vehicles Due to Fire Hazard(Recall Alert)

Recall Summary

Name of Product: Cub Cadet Challenger 400 utility vehicles

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

Remedy: Repair

Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled utility vehicles, store 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.

Consumer Contact:

Cub Cadet toll-free at 888-848-6038 from 9 a.m. to 7 p.m. ET Monday through Friday, 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. ET Saturday and Sunday, or online www.cubcadet.com and click on “Product Recalls” for more information.

Recall Details

Units: About 350

Description:

This recall involves Cub Cadet model year 2018 Challenger 400 4x4 utility vehicles with model number 37BV3BHK010. The yellow utility vehicles have four-wheel drive with side-by-side seating for two people. “Challenger 400” and “4x4” is printed on both sides of the utility vehicle’s bed. “Cub Cadet” is printed on both sides of the front fender. The recalled vehicles were manufactured between May 2018 and August 2018. The model number and manufacture date in MM/YYYY format can be found on a label located on the seat frame under driver’s seat.

Incidents/Injuries: None

Sold At: Independent Cub Cadet dealers nationwide from May 2018 through August 2018 for about $7,500

Manufacturer: Cub Cadet, of Cleveland, Ohio

Manufactured in: United States

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Image of recalled UTV

Recalled Cub Cadet 2018 Challenger utility vehicle.

Model plate for recalled UTV

Model number and date of manufacture location.

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This recall was conducted, voluntarily by the company, under CPSC’s Fast Track Recall process. Fast Track recalls are initiated by firms, who commit to work with CPSC to quickly announce the recall and remedy to protect consumers.

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