Kubota Recalls Off-Road Utility Vehicles Due to Carbon Monoxide Hazard
Source: CPSC Recall #13701
Recall Date
2012-10-02
Manufacturer
Kubota Manufacturing of America Corporation, of Gainesville, Ga.
Units Affected
About 970
Products Involved
Off-road Utility Vehicle
Hazard
Carbon monoxide can accumulate in the vehicle cab when the engine is idling and the vehicle is not moving, resulting in carbon monoxide poisoning.
Remedy
Consumers should contact their Kubota dealer to schedule a free repair of the recalled vehicle, including the installation of a high-velocity exhaust tail pipe, the installation of special seals inside the cab and a check of the ventilating system.
Reported Injuries
Two instances of headaches attributed to carbon monoxide gas have been reported to the firm.
Sold At
Authorized Kubota dealers nationwide from September 2008 through April 2012 for between $12,900 and $13,200.
Manufactured In
United States
Full Recall Description
The recalled vehicle is the Kubota RTV500 with cab. It is a 4x4 utility vehicle with side-by-side seating for two people, a small cargo bed and an optional cab. The vehicle is gasoline-powered and available in the colors orange or camouflage. The model number "RTV500" is on the doors of the vehicle. "Kubota" and "4x4" are on the outside of the cargo bed.
Data source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) via SaferProducts.gov.
For the most current recall information, check directly with CPSC or the manufacturer.
Last verified: 2026-03-28