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CPSC, Deere & Company Announce Recall of Gator HPX Utility Vehicles

Reported: November 9, 2004 Initiated: November 9, 2004 #05508

Product Description

Gator HPX Utility Vehicles are four wheeled vehicles with a cargo box. The words "John Deere", "Gator" and "HPX" appear on the cargo box. The following model and serial numbers can be found on the serial number plate on the vehicle's frame: Model Serial Range HPX 4X2 Gas M0HP2GX010001-010775 HPX 4X2 Diesel M0HP2DX010001-030032 HPX 4X4 Gas M0HP4GX010001-031406 HPX 4X4 Diesel M0HP4DX010001-030552 HPX 4X4 Trial M0HP4GT010001-030678

Reason for Recall

Loss of brake system pressure can decrease the effectiveness of the brakes.

Remedy

Consumers should contact a John Deere dealer for a free repair of the master brake cylinder.

Frequently Asked Questions

What product was recalled?
Gator HPX Utility Vehicles are four wheeled vehicles with a cargo box. The words "John Deere", "Gator" and "HPX" appear on the cargo box. The following model and serial numbers can be found on the serial number plate on the vehicle's frame: Model Serial Range HPX 4X2 Gas M0HP2GX010001-010775 HPX 4X2 Diesel M0HP2DX010001-030032 HPX 4X4 Gas M0HP4GX010001-031406 HPX 4X4 Diesel M0HP4DX010001-030552 HPX 4X4 Trial M0HP4GT010001-030678. Recalled by Deere & Company, of Moline, Ill.. Units affected: 14,746.
Why was this product recalled?
Loss of brake system pressure can decrease the effectiveness of the brakes.
What should consumers do?
Consumers should contact a John Deere dealer for a free repair of the master brake cylinder.
Which agency issued this recall?
This recall was issued by the CPSC on November 9, 2004. Severity: Moderate. Recall number: 05508.