Kawasaki Engines used in Bad Boy Mowers, BigDog, Bobcat, Cub Cadet, Hu

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Published by Reclia Safety Desk | July 19, 2026

📌 Recall Notice

Product: Kawasaki Engines used in Bad Boy Mowers, BigDog, Bobcat, Cub Cadet, Hustler, John Deere, and Kubota brand lawn and garden equipment

Brand: Kawasaki Motors Manufacturing Corp. U.S.A., of Maryville, Missouri

Hazards: Fire Hazard, Burn Hazard

What to do: Stop using this product. Follow the recall instructions for refund or replacement.

Official US CPSC Recall Notice
Recall #9964 |
View original notice →

Recall Summary

Product Kawasaki Engines used in Bad Boy Mowers, BigDog, Bobcat, Cub Cadet, Hustler, John Deere, and Kubota brand lawn and garden equipment
Brand Kawasaki Motors Manufacturing Corp. U.S.A., of Maryville, Missouri
Category Automotive
Recall Number 9964
Hazard Fire Hazard, Burn Hazard
Units Affected Not specified
Recall Date June 06, 2024
Remedy Contact manufacturer
Country 🇺🇸 United States

Recall Summary

This recall involves Kawasaki engines used in lawn and garden equipment sold under multiple brand names. The recall was initiated by Kawasaki Motors Corp. USA and published on June 6, 2024. The recall number is 24256. Approximately 68,500 units are affected in the United States, with an additional 900 units in Canada. The recalled engines are model year 2021-2023 FJ400D, FS600V, FS651V, FX691V, FX730V, FX801V, FX850V and FXT00V. The recalled engine model and serial numbers are located on the engine fan housing. A full list of serial numbers included in this recall is available on the firm’s website at www.kawasakienginesusa.com/product-recall.html.

Affected Products

The recalled engines are used in equipment sold under the following brand names and models:

– Bad Boy Mowers: Rebel BRB54FX850, Rebel BRB6135KA, Rebel BRB61FX850, Rebel BRB7235KA, Revolt BRV54FX850, Revolt BRV61FX850, Rogue BRG5435KA, Rogue BRG6135KA, Rogue BRG61RD35KA, and Rogue BRG72RD35KA.
– BigDog: Stout MP.
– Bobcat: ZT6000, ZT6100, and ZT7000.
– Cub Cadet: ZTX-6.
– Hustler: FasTrak SDX.
– John Deere: Z760R mower, Gator TX 4×2 and Gator TS 4×2 utility vehicles, and some service engines for model year 2016-2020 lawn tractor models X350R, X350, X354, and X370.
– Kubota: Z726XKW.

The recalled engine model numbers and specification numbers are as follows: FJ400D (ES04, FS04), FS600V (DS20, DS21), FS651V (HS05, JS05), FX691V (FS18, GS18), FX730V (FS17, GS17), FX801V (CS25, DS25, GS13, HS13, KS08, LS08, MS08), FX850V (ES24, FS13, FS15, FS24, GS15, GS24), and FXT00V (AS25, BS25, BS31). The engine serial number ranges are listed on the firm’s website. The products were sold at Kawasaki, Bad Boy Mowers, BigDog, Bobcat, Cub Cadet, Hustler, John Deere and Kubota dealers nationwide from April 2021 through December 2023 for between $4,000 and $15,500.

Hazard Information

The recalled engines can overheat, posing fire and burn hazards. Kawasaki has received eight reports of fires with the recalled engines. No injuries have been reported.

Consumer Action Required

Consumers should immediately stop using lawn and garden equipment with the recalled engines and contact Kawasaki, John Deere, Cub Cadet, Hustler, BigDog or Kubota, depending on the product owned, or an authorized dealer, to schedule a free repair. Kawasaki and the mower manufacturers are contacting all known purchasers directly.

Official Remedy

The official remedy is a free repair. Consumers should contact the appropriate manufacturer or an authorized dealer to schedule this repair.

Contact Information

– Kawasaki Motors Corp. USA: toll-free at 866-836-4463 from 8 a.m. to 6 p.m. ET, Monday through Friday, or online at www.kawasakienginesusa.com/product-recall or www.kawasakienginesusa.com and click on “Product Recalls” at the top of the homepage.
– Bad Boy Mowers owners: go to https://badboycountry.com/kawasaki-recall to confirm if your mower is affected.
– John Deere owners: contact Deere & Company at 800-537-8233 from 8 a.m. to 6 p.m. ET Monday through Friday and 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. ET Saturday, or online at www.deere.com and click on “Product Recall Information” under “Services & Support” or https://www.deere.com/en/parts-and-service/recall-information/.
– BigDog, Cub Cadet, and Hustler owners: contact the toll-free recall hotline at 888-848-6038 from 8 a.m. to 6 p.m. ET Monday through Friday, or online at https://www.cubcadet.com/en_US/product-recalls.html; www.hustlerturf.com/product-recall; www.bigdogm

Recall Timeline

  • **June 06, 2024** – Recall announced by CPSC (Source)
  • **Current** – Consumers advised to stop using product
  • **Ongoing** – Refund or replacement available

Frequently Asked Questions

Q: How do I identify the recalled Kawasaki Engines used in Bad Boy Mowers, BigDog, Bobcat, Cub Cadet, Hustler, John Deere, and Kubota brand lawn and garden equipment?

A: Check the model and serial number on your product against the official recall notice (#9964).

Q: What should I do if I own the recalled Kawasaki Engines used in Bad Boy Mowers, BigDog, Bobcat, Cub Cadet, Hustler, John Deere, and Kubota brand lawn and garden equipment?

A: The recall notice advises consumers to stop using the product and follow the recall instructions.

Q: How do I get a refund or replacement for the recalled Kawasaki Engines used in Bad Boy Mowers, BigDog, Bobcat, Cub Cadet, Hustler, John Deere, and Kubota brand lawn and garden equipment?

A: Contact the manufacturer using the information in the recall notice.

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