KUBOTA — recall

Automotive · Canada · 2025-01-14

Kubota side-by-side UTVs, ball joint connection nuts and bolts improperly tightened

Country	Canada
Category	Automotive
Published	2025-01-14
Manufacturer	KUBOTA CANADA LTD.
Models affected	RTV-X1100, RTV-X1120, RTV-X1130, RTV-X1140, RTV-X900, RTV520, RTVX
Model year	2023 2024, 2023, 2020 2021 2022 2023 2024
Units affected	4830
Defect	On certain side-by-side UTVs, the nuts and bolts that connect the ball joints to the front control arms may not have been properly tightened. As a result, the ball joints could separate from the control arms. If this happens, there could be a loss of control._x000D_ A loss of control could increase the risk of a crash.
Component	Suspension
Remedy	To reduce the safety risk, Kubota advises you not to use your UTV until the recall repairs have been completed. Kubota will notify owners by mail and advise you to take your UTV to a dealership to inspect and, if necessary, tighten the nuts and bolts.
Recall number	2025-010
Official notice	View source ↗

What this means for sellers

Likely platform / channel actions	OEMs/dealers will run the remedy (repair, replace or refund); component suppliers in the chain may face traceback.
Self-check for comparable products	Check your comparable products' design, materials and QC records against the defect described here.
Rules & standards likely involved	the destination market's product-safety rules and mandatory standards

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