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Kubota RTV Utility Vehicle Bolts and Nut — injuries risk

UK OPSSLow riskInjuriesFeb 12, 2025
Photo from the official notice: Kubota RTV Utility Vehicle Bolts and Nut — injuries risk

Photos from the official notice: UK Office for Product Safety and Standards (GOV.UK) · image rights

Hazard

Poor tightening of bolts and nuts that connect to the front suspension arm and the ball joint can result in a loss of wheel support. The risk could lead to injuries as the user may lose control of the machine if a wheel detaches from it. The product does not meet the requirements of the Supply of Machinery (Safety) Regulations 2008.

Remedy

The product has been withdrawn from the market and recalled from end users. Kubota have launched a modification programme and will tighten the bolts and nuts to a specified torque. Kubota has advised to either contact your selling or nearest authorised Kubota dealer, who can be found at: www.kubota-eu.com .

Product recall

Measures taken

  • Modification programme
  • Recall of product from end users
  • Withdrawal of product from market

Product description

Bolts and nuts for the RTV utility vehicle

What should I do?

If you own this product, stop using it and follow the corrective action above: contact the retailer or supplier for a repair, replacement or refund. This notice was published by the UK Office for Product Safety and Standards.

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