Safety Recall NHTSA · 04E029000 Reported April 19, 2004

Mtd/quick ramps/portable loading ramps

Q: What is recall 04E029000?

NHTSA recall 04E029000 was issued by Mtd Consumer Group, Inc. on April 19, 2004. It addresses: Mtd/quick ramps/portable loading ramps. The recall affects approximately 7,854 vehicles , with the defect involving the N/A component.

Q: Is my vehicle included in this recall?

The only way to confirm is to look up your 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls . NHTSA's tool will tell you if VIN-by-VIN this exact recall applies.

Q: How long do I have to get a recall repair done?

There is no expiration on most federal safety recalls. Even if your vehicle is years old and you bought it used, the manufacturer is required to perform the repair at no cost.

Mtd Consumer Group, Inc. · N/A · 7,854 vehicles potentially affected

NHTSA ID

04E029000

Manufacturer Campaign

NR (Not Reported)

Manufacturer

Mtd Consumer Group, Inc.

Component

N/A

Vehicles Affected

7,854

Recall Type

Equipment

Report Received

April 19, 2004

Defect Summary

Arnold "quick ramps" portable loading ramps p/ns 490-150-005, 490-150-008, 490-150-009, 490-150-010, and 490-150-015. the crimp that holds the cable and hook together of the retaining cables were not crimped all the way and can fail while in use allowing the ramp to fall to the ground.

Safety Consequence

Persons may injured if the cable fails and the ramp falls.

Corrective Action

Mtd, through arnold, will substitute nylon or polypropylene anchor straps for the cables. this remedy is free to the customer and can be obtained by contacting arnold at 1-866-864-2949. owner notification is expected to begin during may 2004. owners who do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contact arnold at the number listed above.

What you should do

Look up your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to confirm this recall applies to your vehicle.
Contact an authorized Mtd Consumer Group, Inc. dealer and reference recall ID 04E029000 or campaign NR (Not Reported).
Schedule the free repair. By federal law, the manufacturer must remedy the defect at no cost.

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FAQ: Recall 04E029000

Your rights, the repair process, and what each field on this page means.

What is recall 04E029000?

NHTSA recall 04E029000 was issued by Mtd Consumer Group, Inc. on April 19, 2004. It addresses: Mtd/quick ramps/portable loading ramps. The recall affects approximately 7,854 vehicles, with the defect involving the N/A component.

How do I get this recall repaired?

Contact any authorized Mtd Consumer Group, Inc. dealer and reference NHTSA recall ID 04E029000 or the manufacturer campaign number NR (Not Reported). Under federal law, the repair is completely free regardless of vehicle age or owner history.

Is my vehicle included in this recall?

The only way to confirm is to look up your 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. NHTSA's tool will tell you if VIN-by-VIN this exact recall applies.

How long do I have to get a recall repair done?

There is no expiration on most federal safety recalls. Even if your vehicle is years old and you bought it used, the manufacturer is required to perform the repair at no cost.

Where does the data on this page come from?

All information on this page is sourced directly from the U.S. Department of Transportation public dataset for NHTSA recalls. Last refreshed: 2026-05-22. For the most current official notice, visit nhtsa.gov/recalls.