CPSC recall · Reported April 11, 2017
John Deere Recalls Gator Utility Vehicles Due To Crash Hazard (Recall Alert)
The dust boot on the throttle cable can come loose, resulting in the vehicle not slowing down or stopping, posing a crash hazard.
Deere & Company of Moline, Ill. recalled This recall involves John Deere Gator™ Utility Vehicles with model number XUV590i or XUV5….
John Deere Recalls Gator Utility Vehicles Due To Crash Hazard (Recall Alert) was recalled by Deere & Company of Moline, Ill. in April 11, 2017. Reason: The dust boot on the throttle cable can come loose, resulting in the vehicle not slowing down or stopping, po…. Remedy: Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled utility vehicles and contact a John …. Verify recall #17739 with the CPSC before acting.
The recall
Deere & Company of Moline, Ill. issued this CPSC recall-The dust boot on the throttle cable can come loose, resulting in the vehicle not slowing down or stopping, po….
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- agency class
- April 11, 2017
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Sourced from official CPSC enforcement records. Verify recall #17739 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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Where this recall sits in its category - 7,783 vehicles recalls on record
Product description
This recall involves John Deere Gator™ Utility Vehicles with model number XUV590i or XUV590i S4 printed on the hood and the "John Deere" and "Gator" brand names printed on the cargo box. The serial number, located on the frame on the rear of the machine above the hitch, begins with 1M0590 and fall within the ranges on the chart below. The recalled utility vehicles come in several colors and have four-wheel suspension with side-by-side seating for two or four people depending on model. Model Serial Number Range XUV590i 1M0590T+++M010001 - 20742 XUV590i S4 1M0590F+++M010001 - 20277
Reason for recall
The dust boot on the throttle cable can come loose, resulting in the vehicle not slowing down or stopping, posing a crash hazard.
Remedy, what to do
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled utility vehicles and contact a John Deere dealer for a free repair. John Deere is contacting all registered owners of the recalled vehicles directly.
Recall Profile
| Attribute | Value |
|---|---|
| Agency | U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission |
| Severity class | Not classified by agency |
| Status | Active |
| Recall number | 17739 |
| Date reported | April 11, 2017 |
| Date initiated | April 11, 2017 |
| Recalling firm | Deere & Company of Moline, Ill. |
| Affected scope | About 8,500 |
| 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 the recalled utility vehicles and contact a John Deere dealer for a free repair. John Dee…
- Check the recall number (17739) 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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