Gator Utility Vehicles Recalled by Deere & Company
Gator Utility Vehicles
Date of Recall
2003-11-18CPSC Release Number
04-511Manufactured In
Canada.Units
4,600Manufacturer
Deere & Company, of Moline, Ill.Sold By
Authorized John Deere dealers nationwide from June 2003 through September 2003 for between $6,300 and $11,000.Problem/Hazard
Improper crimping of the brake cables could lead to reduced braking capacity, and in some cases, to failure of the foot pedal brake.Injuries/Incidents
None reported.Description
This recall involves Gator Utility Vehicles that are 4- to 6-wheeled vehicles with cargo boxes. The words "John Deere" and "Gator" appear on the side of the cargo box.Model | Serial Number Range |
4X2 and 4X2 Trail | W004X2X095289 through W004X2X098332 |
6X4 and 6X4 Trail | W006X4X071973 through W006X4X072981 |
6X4 Diesel and 6X4 Diesel Trail | W006X4D035805 through W006X4D036371 |
Turf | W00TURF018875 through W00TURF019098 |
E-Gator | W0E4X2E011277 through W0E4X2E011345 |
Worksite | W0W6X4D011176 through W0W6X4D011218 |
Remedy
Consumers should stop using the recalled vehicles and contact the nearest John Deere dealer to schedule an appointment to have a new brake cable installed free of charge.Consumer Contact
Consumers can also contact Deere & Company at (800) 537-8233 between 8 a.m. and 7 p.m. ET Monday through Friday, and 9 a.m. and 5:30 p.m. Saturday. Consumers can also go to the firm's web site at www.deere.com.Recall Comments
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