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

Recall 19-776 · September 4, 2019 · John Deere

What to doConsumers 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.

Read the official CPSC notice

Recall at a glance

Recall number
19-776 (CPSC)
Recall date
September 4, 2019
Brand
John Deere
Category
Sports, bikes and outdoor
Products
John Deere XUV835 Gator utility vehicles
Hazard
Crash Hazard (Recall Alert)
Hazard type
Fire and burnCrashes and loss of control
Remedy
Repair
Units
About 19,730 (In addition, about 840 were sold in Canada)
Made in
United States
Last updated by CPSC
September 4, 2019

What 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

Is my product affected?

Compare your product with the details below, including model numbers where listed.

  • John Deere XUV835 Gator utility vehicles · About 19,730 (In addition, about 840 were sold in Canada) units

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Where it was sold

Companies named in the notice: John Deere dealers nationwide from November 2017 through July 2019 for between $13,860 and $22,930.; Deere & Company, of Moline, Ill..

Injuries or incidents reported

John Deere has received reports of nine incidents. No injuries have been reported.

Consumer contact

Deere & Company at 800-537-8233 from 8 a.m. to 6 p.m. ET Monday through Friday and 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. ET on Saturday, or online at www.deere.com and click on “Recalls” on the drop-down menu under “Parts & Services” for more information.

Recall history and context

John Deere appears in 35 CPSC recalls on record. See all John Deere recalls.

Since 2019 CPSC has recorded 451 recalls in the sports, bikes and outdoor category, 74 recalls of them in the past 12 months.

Frequently asked questions

What was recalled?

John Deere XUV835 Gator utility vehicles (About 19,730 (In addition, about 840 were sold in Canada) units). This recall involves John Deere Gator utility vehicles with model number "XUV835" printed on the hood.

Why was it recalled?

CPSC lists the reason as: Crash Hazard (Recall Alert).

What should I do if I own one?

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.

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Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission recall data, shown as published and last updated by CPSC on September 4, 2019. Details can change; the official notice is the authority. If your product may be recalled, stop and read the notice before deciding what to do. Terms and disclaimer.