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Gator Utility Vehicles Recalled by John Deere Due to Crash Hazard (Recall Alert)

Reported: September 4, 2019 Initiated: September 4, 2019 #19776

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

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.

Details

Units Affected
About 19,730 (In addition, about 840 were sold in Canada)
Official Source
https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2019/Gator-Utility-Vehicles-Recalled-by-John-Deere-Due-to-Crash-Hazard-Recall-Alert

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.

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