Severity
Moderate
ModerateActive
CPSC recall · Reported September 4, 2019
Gator Utility Vehicles Recalled by John Deere Due to Crash Hazard (Recall Alert)
The plastic sheathing on the throttle cable can melt due to improper routing, causing the throttle to stick. This could result in the operator not being able to stop the vehicle, …
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Deere & Company, of Moline, Ill. recalled This recall involves John Deere Gator utility vehicles with model number "XUV835" printed… - a moderate-severity action.
Gator Utility Vehicles Recalled by John Deere Due to Crash Hazard (Recall Alert) was recalled by Deere & Company, of Moline, Ill. in September 4, 2019. Reason: The plastic sheathing on the throttle cable can melt due to improper routing, causing the throttle to stick. …. Remedy: Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled vehicles and contact an authorized J…. Verify recall #19776 with the CPSC before acting.
The recall
Deere & Company, of Moline, Ill. issued this moderate-severity CPSC recall-The plastic sheathing on the throttle cable can melt due to improper routing, causing the throttle to stick. ….
- Moderate
- severity level
- September 4, 2019
- reported
Sourced from official CPSC enforcement records. Verify recall #19776 with the agency before acting. Full product description, hazard, remedy, and related recalls are below.
Recall Insight
This CPSC action (record #19776) was formally reported on September 4, 2019. It is classified under Moderate severity, with a current status of Active. Deere & Company, of Moline, Ill. is listed as the recalling firm. Federal records list the affected scope as About 19,730 (In addition, about 840 were sold in Canada).
The documented reason for this recall is: The plastic sheathing on the throttle cable can melt due to improper routing, causing the throttle to stick. This could result in the operator not being able to stop the vehicle, posing a crash hazard. Distribution information was not included in the agency filing, so consumers should assume broad potential exposure until the firm publishes point-of-sale details. The remedy documented by the agency is: Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled vehicles and contact an authorized John Deere dealer for a free inspection and repair of improperly routed throttle cables. John Deere is contacti… - consumers holding this product should act on that instruction 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.
Vehicles recalls over time
Where this recall sits in its category - 7,642 vehicles recalls on record
Of 101,704 recalls in the database, 24,878 are high severity, 72,426 moderate, and 4,400 low. This recall is classified moderate severity.
Counts reflect market size and reporting activity, not inherent danger, we do not rank products by risk from raw recall volume.
Affected scope
About 19,730 (In addition, about 840 were sold in Canada)
Related Recalls
6
6 from same agency
Product description
This recall involves John Deere Gator utility vehicles with model number "XUV835" printed on the hood. "John Deere" and "Gator" are printed on the cargo box. The serial number is located on the frame directly above right front tire and begins with 1M0835 and falls within the ranges on the chart below. The recalled utility vehicles were sold in green and yellow, olive drab and camouflage and have side-by-side seating for two or three people, depending on the seat option. Serial Number Range 1M0835ExxxM010001 - 1M0835ExxxM020413 1M0835MxxxM010001 - 1M0835MxxxM022741 1M0835RxxxM010001 - 1M0835RxxxM023115 1M0835EAPMM560107 1M0835MECLM544103 1M0835MAPMM560108 1M0835RBCLM544102 1M0835RATMM560102 1M0835RAPMM560103 1M0835RAKMM560104 1M0835RAJMM560105
Reason for recall
The plastic sheathing on the throttle cable can melt due to improper routing, causing the throttle to stick. This could result in the operator not being able to stop the vehicle, posing a crash hazard.
Remedy, what to do
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled vehicles and contact an authorized John Deere dealer for a free inspection and repair of improperly routed throttle cables. John Deere is contacting all known purchasers directly.
Recall Profile
| Attribute | Value |
|---|---|
| Agency | U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission |
| Severity class | Moderate |
| Status | Active |
| Recall number | 19776 |
| Date reported | September 4, 2019 |
| Date initiated | September 4, 2019 |
| Recalling firm | Deere & Company, of Moline, Ill. |
| Affected scope | About 19,730 (In addition, about 840 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 the recalled vehicles and contact an authorized John Deere dealer for a free inspection a…
- Check the recall number (19776) 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.
Frequently Asked Questions
What product was recalled? ▼
This recall involves John Deere Gator utility vehicles with model number "XUV835" printed on the hood. "John Deere" and "Gator" are printed on the cargo box. The serial number is located on the frame directly above right front tire and begins with 1M0835 and falls within the ranges on the chart below. The recalled utility vehicles were sold in green and yellow, olive drab and camouflage and have side-by-side seating for two or three people, depending on the seat option. Serial Number Range 1M0835ExxxM010001 - 1M0835ExxxM020413 1M0835MxxxM010001 - 1M0835MxxxM022741 1M0835RxxxM010001 - 1M0835RxxxM023115 1M0835EAPMM560107 1M0835MECLM544103 1M0835MAPMM560108 1M0835RBCLM544102 1M0835RATMM560102 1M0835RAPMM560103 1M0835RAKMM560104 1M0835RAJMM560105. Recalled by Deere & Company, of Moline, Ill.. Units affected: About 19,730 (In addition, about 840 were sold in Canada).
Why was this product recalled? ▼
The plastic sheathing on the throttle cable can melt due to improper routing, causing the throttle to stick. This could result in the operator not being able to stop the vehicle, posing a crash hazard.
What should consumers do? ▼
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled vehicles and contact an authorized John Deere dealer for a free inspection and repair of improperly routed throttle cables. John Deere is contacting all known purchasers directly.
Which agency issued this recall? ▼
This recall was issued by the CPSC on September 4, 2019. Severity: Moderate. Recall number: 19776.
How do I check if my product is affected by a recall? ▼
Check the product description and recall number (19776) against your product. Visit the official CPSC website for the most current information. You can also use our Recall Checker tool to search by product name or brand.
How do I report an injury from a recalled product? ▼
Report injuries to the issuing agency: CPSC at SaferProducts.gov, NHTSA at nhtsa.gov/report-a-safety-problem, or FDA via MedWatch. Document the product (photos, model/serial numbers, purchase receipts) and seek medical attention. Injury reports help agencies track hazard patterns and may strengthen enforcement actions.
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Every figure on PlainRecalls is rendered directly from official FDA, CPSC and NHTSA recall records, no number is typed in by an editor. This recall: CPSC, reported September 4, 2019. Severity classes follow each agency's own taxonomy (FDA Class I/II/III; CPSC and NHTSA by hazard type), and related-recall context is computed across the full archive. See our editorial standards & corrections policy, the methodology behind these numbers, or report a data error. Data current as of July 2026.