CPSC recall · Reported August 29, 2006
Deere & Company Recalls Lawn Tractors, Blade Could Operate While Mower Unattended
A problem in the manufacturing process could cause damage to the circuit in the interlock module. If the interlock module fails, the mower blades will be able to run with no opera…
Deere & Company of Moline, Ill. recalled These John Deere X300 Select Series lawn tractors are green with yellow seats and wheels.….
Deere & Company Recalls Lawn Tractors, Blade Could Operate While Mower Unattended was recalled by Deere & Company of Moline, Ill. in August 29, 2006. Reason: A problem in the manufacturing process could cause damage to the circuit in the interlock module. If the inte…. Remedy: The company is directly notifying those consumers who purchased an affected tractor. Cons…. Verify recall #06577 with the CPSC before acting.
The recall
Deere & Company of Moline, Ill. issued this CPSC recall-A problem in the manufacturing process could cause damage to the circuit in the interlock module. If the inte….
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- August 29, 2006
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Sourced from official CPSC enforcement records. Verify recall #06577 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.
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Product description
These John Deere X300 Select Series lawn tractors are green with yellow seats and wheels. The following model and serial numbers can be found on the serial number plate on the tractor's frame, which is located just above the front wheel axle on the right side of the tractor. Model Serial Number Ranges X300 M0X300A012380 - 012875 X300 M0X300C020339 - 024949 X300 M0X300D011842 - 012375 X304 M0X304A013047 - 013964 X320 M0X320A017344 - 020858 X324 M0X324A012658 - 013220 X340 M0X340A012667 - 013498
Reason for recall
A problem in the manufacturing process could cause damage to the circuit in the interlock module. If the interlock module fails, the mower blades will be able to run with no operator on the tractor seat. Consumers could suffer injuries from contact with operating blades.
Remedy, what to do
The company is directly notifying those consumers who purchased an affected tractor. Consumers should contact a John Deere dealer for a free repair.
Recall Profile
| Attribute | Value |
|---|---|
| Agency | U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission |
| Severity class | Not classified by agency |
| Status | Active |
| Recall number | 06577 |
| Date reported | August 29, 2006 |
| Date initiated | August 29, 2006 |
| Recalling firm | Deere & Company of Moline, Ill. |
| Affected scope | About 16,000 |
| 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
The company is directly notifying those consumers who purchased an affected tractor. Consumers should contact a John Deere dealer…
- Check the recall number (06577) and product description against the item you own. Search the archive
- Confirm the current status and remedy on the official CPSC notice before acting. CPSC notice
- Follow the documented remedy (refund, replacement, repair, or disposal) rather than general advice. What to do next
This page summarizes the official CPSC record for research and awareness; it is not legal, medical, or safety advice. Verify with the issuing agency before acting.
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