CPSC recall · Reported November 15, 2012
John Deere Recalls Utility Vehicles Powered by Kawasaki Engines Due to Fire Hazard
The fuel filter can leak, posing a fire hazard.
Deere & Company of Moline, Ill. recalled This recall involves John Deere TH, TS and TX-model Gator™ utility vehicles that have Kaw….
John Deere Recalls Utility Vehicles Powered by Kawasaki Engines Due to Fire Hazard was recalled by Deere & Company of Moline, Ill. in November 15, 2012. Reason: The fuel filter can leak, posing a fire hazard.. Remedy: Consumers should stop using utility vehicles with the recalled engines and contact a John…. Verify recall #13706 with the CPSC before acting.
The recall
Deere & Company of Moline, Ill. issued this CPSC recall-The fuel filter can leak, posing a fire hazard..
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- agency class
- November 15, 2012
- reported
Sourced from official CPSC enforcement records. Verify recall #13706 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
This recall involves John Deere TH, TS and TX-model Gator™ utility vehicles that have Kawasaki FE, FH and FJ series engines. The model information is located on the vehicle's cargo box. Only utility vehicles with the below serial numbers are included in this recall. The serial number is on the vertical frame directly below the driver's seat. Serial Numbers: 1M04X2SJ++M070915 to 1M04X2SJ++M072247 1M04X2XC++M070040 to 1M04X2XC++M070213 1M04X2XD++M070314 to 1M04X2XD++M072731 1M06X4HD++M070049 to 1M06X4HD++M070372 Kawasaki Motors is recalling the filters used in these utility vehicle engines, and lawn mower engines that use the recalled filters, also.
Reason for recall
The fuel filter can leak, posing a fire hazard.
Remedy, what to do
Consumers should stop using utility vehicles with the recalled engines and contact a John Deere dealer to have the fuel filter replaced. John Deere is contacting all registered owners of the recalled utility vehicles directly.
Recall Profile
| Attribute | Value |
|---|---|
| Agency | U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission |
| Severity class | Not classified by agency |
| Status | Active |
| Recall number | 13706 |
| Date reported | November 15, 2012 |
| Date initiated | November 15, 2012 |
| Recalling firm | Deere & Company of Moline, Ill. |
| Affected scope | About 4,340 |
| 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
Consumers should stop using utility vehicles with the recalled engines and contact a John Deere dealer to have the fuel filter re…
- Check the recall number (13706) 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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