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, …
Deere & Company, of Moline, Ill. recalled This recall involves John Deere Gator utility vehicles with model number "XUV835" printed….
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 CPSC recall-The plastic sheathing on the throttle cable can melt due to improper routing, causing the throttle to stick. ….
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- September 4, 2019
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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 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.
Vehicles recalls over time
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 "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 | Not classified by agency |
| 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.
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