Cub Cadet 4x4 Utility Vehicles (MTD) – fire hazard (2008)
Hazard assessment based on recall description.
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Check Your Product
According to the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC)
Product
Cub Cadet 4x4 EFI Volunteer Utility Vehicles
Brand
MTD, of Brownsville, Tenn.
Lot Codes / Batch Numbers
Not specified in CPSC notice. Check official source for details.
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Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission
MTD, of Brownsville, Tenn. is recalling Cub Cadet 4x4 EFI Volunteer Utility Vehicles. The hazard is: Excessive heat can cause the wiring harness to melt. This defect can result in a fire hazard to cons. Based on CPSC recall notice.
Summary derived from CPSC notice
The following details were not provided by CPSC: UPC codes.
Reason for Recall
As stated by CPSC
The recalled utility vehicle is a four-wheel-drive vehicle with "Cub Cadet, Tracker Edition" printed on the side panel. This vehicle has roll over protection and an open cargo bed in the back with "Volunteer" printed on the side. It is equipped with a Kohler electronic fuel-injected engine. The model/serial plate is located under the driver's seat.
Reported concern (CPSC)
Excessive heat can cause the wiring harness to melt. This defect can result in a fire hazard to consumers.
Recommended Action
Per CPSC guidance
Consumers should stop using these vehicles immediately and contact their Cub Cadet dealership to have their utility vehicle serviced at no charge. All known consumers have been contacted. Each reworked utility vehicle has a green "X" label on the model/serial tag.
Verify this information on the official source
For complete details and official instructions, check the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) directly.
View official CPSC recall noticePage updated: Jan 6, 2026