CPSC recall · Reported October 17, 2017
Frontier Wood Chippers Recalled by John Deere Due to Injury Hazard
The wood chipper's knives (blades) can break and discharge, hitting the operators or bystanders, posing a risk of injury.
Deere & Company, of Moline, Ill. recalled This recall involves Frontier Wood Chippers with model numbers WC1103, WC1105, and WC1205….
Frontier Wood Chippers Recalled by John Deere Due to Injury Hazard was recalled by Deere & Company, of Moline, Ill. in October 17, 2017. Reason: The wood chipper's knives (blades) can break and discharge, hitting the operators or bystanders, posing a ris…. Remedy: Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled wood chippers and contact a John Dee…. Verify recall #18700 with the CPSC before acting.
The recall
Deere & Company, of Moline, Ill. issued this CPSC recall-The wood chipper's knives (blades) can break and discharge, hitting the operators or bystanders, posing a ris….
- None
- agency class
- 25 units
- affected scope
- October 17, 2017
- reported
Sourced from official CPSC enforcement records. Verify recall #18700 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, 6 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 Frontier Wood Chippers with model numbers WC1103, WC1105, and WC1205.The green and black landscaping machines have knives (blades) that grind up tree branches turning them into wood chips or mulch. The model number and "Frontier" brand name are printed on the side of the machine. The serial number is located on the inside surface of the right hand frame on the rear of the machine. Only wood chippers with the following serial numbers are included in this recall: Model Serial Number WC1103 1XFWC11XCH0801562 1XFWC11XVH0801563 1XFWC11XJH0801530 1XFWC11XPH0801539 1XFWC11XHH0801535 1XFWC11XTH0801524 1XFWC11XEH0801536 1XFWC11XCH0801537 1XFWC11XTH0801538 1XFWC11XCH0801545 1XFWC11XVH0801546 1XFWC11XCH0801540 1XFWC11XAH0801547 1XFWC11XAH0801550 WC1105 1XFWC11XCH0801568 1XFWC11XTH0801541 1XFWC11XPH0801542 1XFWC11XJH0801544 1XFWC11XLH0801548 1XFWC11XHH0801549 1XFWC11XLH0801551 1XFWC11XEH0801553 WC1205 1XFWC12XAH0800915 1XFWC12XVH0800914 1XFWC12XHH0800917
Reason for recall
The wood chipper's knives (blades) can break and discharge, hitting the operators or bystanders, posing a risk of injury.
Remedy, what to do
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled wood chippers and contact a John Deere dealer for a free repair. John Deere is contacting all purchasers directly.
Recall Profile
| Attribute | Value |
|---|---|
| Agency | U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission |
| Severity class | Not classified by agency |
| Status | Active |
| Recall number | 18700 |
| Date reported | October 17, 2017 |
| Date initiated | October 17, 2017 |
| Recalling firm | Deere & Company, of Moline, Ill. |
| Affected scope | 25 |
| 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 wood chippers and contact a John Deere dealer for a free repair. John Deere …
- Check the recall number (18700) 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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