CPSC recall · Reported March 20, 2001
CPSC, Deere & Company Recall Gator Utility Vehicles
During manufacturing, an extra internal vent line was attached to the plastic vent fitting on some fuel tanks. If the fuel inside the gas tank expands, it can leak out through the…
Deere & Company, of Moline, Ill. recalled The recalled models include the 4X2 Gators, 6X4 Gators, and Turf Gators manufactured betw….
CPSC, Deere & Company Recall Gator Utility Vehicles was recalled by Deere & Company, of Moline, Ill. in March 20, 2001. Reason: During manufacturing, an extra internal vent line was attached to the plastic vent fitting on some fuel tanks…. Remedy: Stop using the vehicle immediately. If it is stored inside, push the vehicle outside to a…. Verify recall #01511 with the CPSC before acting.
The recall
Deere & Company, of Moline, Ill. issued this CPSC recall-During manufacturing, an extra internal vent line was attached to the plastic vent fitting on some fuel tanks….
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- agency class
- March 20, 2001
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Sourced from official CPSC enforcement records. Verify recall #01511 with the agency before acting. Full product description, hazard, remedy, and related recalls are below.
Recall Insight
This recall's affected scope, documented in the Recall Profile below, stays within a single-region or limited-distribution footprint. Distribution information was not included in the agency filing, so consumers should assume broad potential exposure until the firm publishes point-of-sale details. Consumers holding this product should act on the agency's documented remedy above rather than relying on general guidance.
Within the same product category the archive holds 6 closely related recalls, 3 from CPSC - clustering in a narrow category often points to a systemic quality-control or supplier issue rather than a one-off defect. Always verify the recall number against the official agency record before acting.
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Product description
The recalled models include the 4X2 Gators, 6X4 Gators, and Turf Gators manufactured between October 2000 and November 2000. The off-road vehicles are four- or six-wheeled and have the model number painted on the side of a cargo box, which is attached to the back of the vehicle.
Reason for recall
During manufacturing, an extra internal vent line was attached to the plastic vent fitting on some fuel tanks. If the fuel inside the gas tank expands, it can leak out through the extra vent line and onto the ground, presenting fire and burn hazards.
Remedy, what to do
Stop using the vehicle immediately. If it is stored inside, push the vehicle outside to a well-ventilated area and loosen the fuel cap (one-quarter turn) to equalize pressure. Consumers should call the John Deere Dealer where the vehicle was purchased, to get a free inspection and repair.
Recall Profile
| Attribute | Value |
|---|---|
| Agency | U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission |
| Severity class | Not classified by agency |
| Status | Active |
| Recall number | 01511 |
| Date reported | March 20, 2001 |
| Date initiated | March 20, 2001 |
| Recalling firm | Deere & Company, of Moline, Ill. |
| Affected scope | About 550 |
| Distribution | Not disclosed |
| Official source | CPSC notice → |
Profile values are sourced directly from the official CPSC enforcement record. Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission.
What to do with this recall
Stop using the vehicle immediately. If it is stored inside, push the vehicle outside to a well-ventilated area and loosen the fue…
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