CPSCJune 18, 2008

Bush Hog Off-Road Utility Vehicles recall: Loss of Speed Control

Bush Hog Off-Road Utility Vehicles Recalled Due to Loss of Speed Control

Why was Bush Hog Off-Road Utility Vehicles recalled?

The utility vehicle's throttle cable can freeze in freezing temperatures. This can cause the engine not to return to idle when the driver takes his or her foot off the accelerator pedal.

What should I do if I have this product?

Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled off-road utility vehicles and contact a Bush Hog dealer to schedule a free inspection and repair. All registered owners have been notified about this recall by mail. Contact: For additional information, contact Bush Hog LLC toll-free at (877) 873-0143 between 8 a.m. and 4 p.m. CT Monday through Friday, or visit the firm's Web site at www.bushhog.com

What to do with a recalled product: refunds, receipts, safe disposal and how to report a problem.

Is my product affected?

Compare the item in your hand with every identifier below from the official CPSC record. Only products that match the listed product and identifiers are part of this recall.

Product
Bush Hog Off-Road Utility Vehicles
Company
Bush Hog LLC, of Selma, Ala.
Quantity
About 4,000
Sold at
Bush Hog dealerships nationwide from January 2004 through March 2008 for between $8,000 and $9,900.
Recall date
June 18, 2008
Incidents / injuries
Bush Hog has received 52 reports of incidents involving the utility vehicle, including one leg fracture injury.
Agency
CPSC

Product description

The recall includes the Bush Hog Models TH440 (Trail Hunter), TH4200 (Trail Hand) and TH4400 (Trail Hand) Off-Road Utility Vehicles. "Bush Hog" is printed on the utility vehicle's cargo bed tail gate and on each side of the cargo bed. Model "TH440," "TH4200," or "TH4400" is printed on each side of the hood. The hood color is red, green, or mossy oak.

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