CPSC2004-11-24
CPSC, Deere & Company Announce Recall of Riding Mowers
Deere & Company of Moline, IL
Hazard
The fuel tanks can crack and leak fuel, presenting a potential for fire or burn injuries.
Remedy
The company is directly notifying those consumers who purchased affected mowers. Consumers should stop using their tractors immediately and contact a John Deere dealer for a free repair.
Sold at
Authorized John Deere dealers in the United States and Canada, from November 2003 through July 2004, for between $2,000 and $2,400.
Affected count
4,400
Injuries reported
John Deere is aware of 37 instances of replacement of the fuel tank under warranty. There have been no reports of fires, injuries or property damage.
Manufactured in
United States
Products
John Deere GX85 and SX85 Riding Lawn Mowers
Consumer contact
For more information, contact John Deere's Customer Communications Center at (800) 537-8233 between 8:00 a.m. and 6:00 p.m. ET, Monday through Friday and 9:00 a.m. and 3:00 p.m. ET Saturday or at the John Deere website at www.johndeere.com
Official notice
https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2005/CPSC-Deere--Company-Announce-Recall-of-Riding-Mowers-Don't want to check this manually?
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