John Deere Recalls Lawn Tractors; Brake Failure Can Cause Loss of Control
CPSC recall 11326 · announced September 14, 2011 · Deere & Company Of Moline, Ill · 5,200 units affected
The product
The recalled lawn tractors are green with yellow seats and mower decks. Model D100 tractors are included in this recall. The model number is located on both sides of the tractor's hood. Tractors with the serial numbers below are included in this recall. Serial numbers are located under the right rear fender. - 1GXD100A...BB051247 thru 1GXD100A...BB053312 - 1GXD100E...BB110317 thru 1GXD100E...BB139599
The hazard
Hardware used to hold the brake assembly to the transmission housing can break. This can cause the brakes to fail, posing an injury hazard due to loss of control.
What to do (per CPSC)
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled lawn tractors and contact the company for a free hardware inspection and repair. Remedy type: Repair
Notes
Incidents (per CPSC): None
Sold at: John Deere dealers, Lowe's, and Home Depot stores nationwide, except California, from October 2010 through September 2011 for about $1,500.
Consumer contact: For additional information, contact Deere & Company at (800) 537-8233 between 8 a.m. and 6 p.m. ET Monday through Friday and between 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. ET Saturday or visit the firm's website at www.johndeere.com
Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission public recall data. This page reports official records and is not legal, medical, or repair advice.