John Deere Recalls Compact Utility Tractors Due to Risk of Injury (Recall Alert)
John Deere compact utility tractors
Date of Recall
2021-08-19CPSC Release Number
21-776Manufactured In
U.S.Units
About 200Sold By
John Deere dealers nationwide from December 2020 through June 2021 for between $30,000 and $56,000.Problem/Hazard
Rear wheel spacer bolts that were torqued improperly during manufacturing can cause the wheel to fall off during use. This can result in the tractor overturning, posing an injury hazard to the operator.Injuries/Incidents
John Deere has received one report of a wheel falling off. No injuries have been reported.Description
This recall involves John Deere compact utility tractors with model numbers 4044M, 4044R, 4052M, 4052R, 4066M or 4066R printed on the hood. The recalled compact utility tractors were sold in green and yellow and come in both open operator station and cab configurations. "John Deere" is also printed on the hood. The serial number is located on the frame on the front right side of the machine near the engine and begins with 1LV. A list of serial numbers included in this recall is available at www.JohnDeere.com/WheelSpacerBoltRecall.
Remedy
RepairConsumer Contact
Deere & Company at 800-537-8233 from 8 a.m. to 6 p.m. ET Monday through Friday, 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. ET on Saturday, or online at www.deere.com and click on "Product Recall Information" on the drop-down menu under "Services & Support" for more information.Recall Comments
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