CPSC2019-09-04
Gator Utility Vehicles Recalled by John Deere Due to Crash Hazard (Recall Alert)
Deere & Company, of Moline, Ill.
Hazard
The plastic sheathing on the throttle cable can melt due to improper routing, causing the throttle to stick. This could result in the operator not being able to stop the vehicle, posing a crash hazard.
Remedy
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled vehicles and contact an authorized John Deere dealer for a free inspection and repair of improperly routed throttle cables. John Deere is contacting all known purchasers directly.
Sold at
John Deere dealers nationwide from November 2017 through July 2019 for between $13,860 and $22,930.
Affected count
About 19,730 (In addition, about 840 were sold in Canada)
Injuries reported
John Deere has received reports of nine incidents. No injuries have been reported.
Manufactured in
United States
Remedy type
Repair
Products
John Deere XUV835 Gator utility vehicles
Consumer 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 on Saturday, or online at www.deere.com and click on “Recalls” on the drop-down menu under “Parts & Services” for more information.
Official notice
https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2019/Gator-Utility-Vehicles-Recalled-by-John-Deere-Due-to-Crash-Hazard-Recall-AlertDon't want to check this manually?
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