Kubota Recalls Off-Road Utility Vehicles Due to Carbon Monoxide Hazard

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.. Recalled by Kubota Manufacturing of America Corporation, of Gainesville, Ga.. Units affected: About 970.

Carbon monoxide can accumulate in the vehicle cab when the engine is idling and the vehicle is not moving, resulting in carbon monoxide poisoning.

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.

This recall was issued by the CPSC on October 2, 2012. Severity: Moderate. Recall number: 13701.