CPSC recall · Reported December 21, 2017
John Deere Recalls Crossover Gator Utility Vehicles Due to Crash Hazard (Recall Alert)
The steering shaft can separate from the steering rack assembly and result in a loss of vehicle steering control, posing a crash hazard.
Deere & Company, of Moline, Ill. recalled This recall involves John Deere models XUV825, XUV825 S4, XUV855, and XUV855 S4 Crossover….
John Deere Recalls Crossover Gator Utility Vehicles Due to Crash Hazard (Recall Alert) was recalled by Deere & Company, of Moline, Ill. in December 21, 2017. Reason: The steering shaft can separate from the steering rack assembly and result in a loss of vehicle steering cont…. Remedy: Consumers should stop using the recalled utility vehicles and contact an authorized John …. Verify recall #18709 with the CPSC before acting.
The recall
Deere & Company, of Moline, Ill. issued this CPSC recall-The steering shaft can separate from the steering rack assembly and result in a loss of vehicle steering cont….
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- December 21, 2017
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Sourced from official CPSC enforcement records. Verify recall #18709 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 XUV825, XUV825 S4, XUV855, and XUV855 S4 Crossover Gator utility vehicles equipped with power steering. The model number and "John Deere" are printed on the side of the vehicle. The serial number begins with 1M0825 or 1M0855 and is located on the passenger side of the frame under the cargo box. The vehicles have seating for two or four passengers. The serial number ranges are listed below. Serial Number Ranges 1M0825GEXXM040001 - 1M0825GEXXM136520 1M0825GFXXM060001 - 1M0825GFXXM131607 1M0825MAXXM010001 - 1M0825MAXXM010667 1M0825MBXXM010001 - 1M0825MBXXM010419 1M0825MEXXM010001 1M0855DEXXM040001 - 1M0855DEXXM130975 1M0855DFXXM060001 - 1M0855DFXXM130531 1M0855DHXXM130001 - 1M0855DHXXM131052 1M0855EBXXM010001 - 1M0855EBXXM010561 1M0855MAXXM010001 - 1M0855MAXXM010498 1M0855MBXXM010001 - 1M0855MBXXM010247 1M0855MDXXM010001 - 1M0855MDXXM010021 1M0855MBAJM010249 1M0825MAAJM010719 1M0825MACJM010720 1M0825MAAJM010722 1M0825MAHJM010724 1M0825MAEJM010725 1M0825MACJM010726 1M0825MATJM010727 1M0825MAPJM010728 1M0825MAKJM010729 1M0825MAPJM010731
Reason for recall
The steering shaft can separate from the steering rack assembly and result in a loss of vehicle steering control, posing a crash hazard.
Remedy, what to do
Consumers should stop using the recalled utility vehicles and contact an authorized John Deere dealer for a free repair. John Deere is contacting purchasers 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 | 18709 |
| Date reported | December 21, 2017 |
| Date initiated | December 21, 2017 |
| Recalling firm | Deere & Company, of Moline, Ill. |
| Affected scope | About 68,300 |
| 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 the recalled utility vehicles and contact an authorized John Deere dealer for a free repair. John Dee…
- Check the recall number (18709) 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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