Bush Hog Off-Road Utility Vehicles Recalled Due to Loss of Speed Control; Cash Incentive Offered
CPSC Recall1 injuries · 2009-04-16 · 09736
Hazards
The utility vehicle's throttle cable can lock 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, posing a risk of loss of vehicle control and injury to the driver and passenger.
Recall
Number
09736
Date
2009-04-16
Injuries reported
1
Products
Names
Bush Hog Off-Road Utility Vehicles
Companies
Manufacturer(s)
Bush Hog LLC, of Selma, Ala.
Retailer(s)
Bush Hog dealerships nationwide from April 2008 to December 2008 for between $8,000 and $10,000.
Country of manufacture
United States
Description
The recall includes the Bush Hog Models TH4400 (Trail Hand) and 4430 4X4 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 "TH4400" or "4430" is printed on each side of the hood. The hood color is red, green, or mossy oak.