CPSC recall · Reported August 4, 2016
John Deere Recalls Lawn and Garden Tractors Due to Laceration Hazard (Recall Alert)
The reverse implement option (RIO) system can fail, posing a laceration hazard to bystanders. RIO is a safety system that shuts off power to the mower blades when the machine is p…
Deere & Company, of Moline, Ill. recalled This recall involves John Deere models X710, X730, X734, X738, and X739 lawn and garden t….
John Deere Recalls Lawn and Garden Tractors Due to Laceration Hazard (Recall Alert) was recalled by Deere & Company, of Moline, Ill. in August 4, 2016. Reason: The reverse implement option (RIO) system can fail, posing a laceration hazard to bystanders. RIO is a safety…. Remedy: Consumers should immediately stop using these recalled tractors and contact a John Deere …. Verify recall #16765 with the CPSC before acting.
The recall
Deere & Company, of Moline, Ill. issued this CPSC recall-The reverse implement option (RIO) system can fail, posing a laceration hazard to bystanders. RIO is a safety….
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- August 4, 2016
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Sourced from official CPSC enforcement records. Verify recall #16765 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 models X710, X730, X734, X738, and X739 lawn and garden tractors with serial numbers beginning with 1M0X. A complete list of serial numbers included in this recall is available on the firm's website. The lawn and garden tractors have "John Deere" printed on the side and are green and yellow with yellow rims. The model number is on both sides of the engine hood. The serial number is located on the right side, below the foot rest.
Reason for recall
The reverse implement option (RIO) system can fail, posing a laceration hazard to bystanders. RIO is a safety system that shuts off power to the mower blades when the machine is placed into reverse.
Remedy, what to do
Consumers should immediately stop using these recalled tractors and contact a John Deere dealer for a free repair. John Deere is contacting all registered owners of the recalled lawn and garden tractors directly.
Recall Profile
| Attribute | Value |
|---|---|
| Agency | U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission |
| Severity class | Not classified by agency |
| Status | Active |
| Recall number | 16765 |
| Date reported | August 4, 2016 |
| Date initiated | August 4, 2016 |
| Recalling firm | Deere & Company, of Moline, Ill. |
| Affected scope | About 5,400 (in addition, 166 were sold in Canada) |
| 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 immediately stop using these recalled tractors and contact a John Deere dealer for a free repair. John Deere is …
- Check the recall number (16765) 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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