CPSC2009-09-30
Compact Tractors Recalled by John Deere Due to Injury Hazard
Deere & Company, of Moline, Ill.
Hazard
An incorrectly sized differential was installed in the tractor transaxle affecting the engagement of the differential lock and causing the tractor to turn to the left when braking. This causes the vehicle to veer left when the brake is applied, posing a risk of collision and injury to the operator and bystanders.
Remedy
Consumers should stop using the recalled vehicles immediately and contact a John Deere dealer to schedule a free repair. John Deere tractor dealers were notified of this recall and registered owners of the recalled tractors will be directly contacted by the firm.
Sold at
John Deere dealers nationwide from July 2009 through August 2009 for between $13,000 and $15,000.
Affected count
About 90
Injuries reported
There were no injuries reported.
Manufactured in
United States
Products
John Deere Compact Utility Tractors
Consumer contact
For additional information, contact Deere & Company at (800) 537-8233 Monday through Friday from 8 a.m. to 6 p.m. and on Saturdays from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. ET or visit the firm's Web site at www.johndeere.com
Official notice
https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2009/Compact-Tractors-Recalled-by-John-Deere-Due-to-Injury-HazardDon't want to check this manually?
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