Kubota Serial Number Lookup & Recall Checker

Enter your tractor’s model and serial number to check for recalls, identify generation, and find your serial plate location. Covers BX, L, and B series tractors.

Finding your Kubota serial number location and checking for safety recalls is crucial for tractor owners. Our Kubota serial number lookup tool helps you identify your tractor’s generation (BX70 vs BX80, L01 vs L02), check if your serial falls within known recall ranges, and locate your serial plate. Enter your Kubota tractor serial number and model to instantly check the 2019 coolant cap recall affecting BX series tractors built 2014-2018. This free Kubota recall checker uses official CPSC recall data to protect you and your family from safety hazards.

Check Your Tractor

Tractor Model

📍 Find this on the hood or side panel of your tractor

Serial Number

📍 Find this on the metal plate on the frame (see locations below)

Where to Find Your Serial Number

🚜 BX Series

Location: Right-hand front frame rail, above or near the front axle

Look for a metal plate or sticker with stamped numbers on the right side of the tractor frame. May also be stamped directly into the frame.

🚜 B Series

Location: Right-hand side of the front axle or frame area

Serial plate typically mounted on the right front frame near the axle. Check both the plate and frame stamping.

🚜 L Series

Location: Left-hand side of the front axle OR frame under operator’s seat

Check left front axle area first, or look on transmission case side under the seat. Varies by model.

⚠️ Important: Engine Serial vs Tractor Serial

Your engine serial number is stamped on the engine block and is DIFFERENT from your tractor serial. For recalls and registration, always use the TRACTOR serial number from the frame plate, not the engine serial.

Common Serial Number Mistakes

❌ Engine vs Tractor Serial

Engine serial is on the engine block. Tractor serial is on the FRAME plate. Use the frame serial for recalls.

❌ Reading Wrong Characters

Confusing 0 (zero) with O or 1 with I is common. Double-check the plate carefully in good light.

❌ Model Year Confusion

Kubota tractors don’t have “model years” like cars. Your tractor’s year is when it was sold, not built.

❌ Wrong Plate Location

Some read numbers from implement tags or ROPS labels. Use the main FRAME serial plate only.

❌ Serial Decoding Alone

You can’t determine exact model from serial alone. Check the model sticker on your hood too.

Related Resources

Generation Comparison

BX70 vs BX80, L01 vs L02

Tractor Specifications

Complete specs database

Fluid Capacities

Oil, hydraulic, coolant specs

Maintenance Guide

Complete service schedules

📊 Current Recall Coverage

This tool currently covers the 2014-2018 BX Series Coolant Cap Recall (10 BX models with published serial ranges). This is the only Kubota compact tractor recall with publicly available serial number ranges from the CPSC.

For L-series and B-series tractors: We currently have no published recall data with specific serial ranges. The tool will still identify your generation and serial plate location, but you should verify recall status directly with your Kubota dealer or visit Kubota’s official Safety Notices page.

🔥 Tractor Overheating?

Temperature gauge creeping up? Learn the 7 most common causes and fix overheating in 30 minutes with our complete overheating troubleshooting guide. Covers clogged screens, low coolant, bad thermostats & more.

⚙️ HST Transmission Problems?

HST whining, power loss, or overheating? Learn the causes and fixes in our complete HST troubleshooting guide. Covers charge pump failure, swash plate wear, cooling issues & repair costs.

Safety Notice: This tool uses publicly available recall data from the CPSC and Kubota. Always verify recall status with your local Kubota dealer. For the most accurate build date and configuration information, contact Kubota customer service or your dealer with your model and serial number.

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