John Deere Recalls Gator Utility Vehicles Due to Fire Hazard
CPSC recall 13717 · announced January 10, 2013 · Deere & Company Of Moline, Ill · 4,650 units affected
The product
This recall involves John Deere Gator™ RSX850i Base, Sport and Trail model recreational utility vehicles manufactured between May 2012 and October 2012. They have side-by-side seating for two people and were available in Realtree® Hardwoods™ HD Camo, olive and black, or traditional green and yellow. RSX850i is located on the hood. The serial number is on the rear frame above the receiver hitch. Only utility vehicles with the following serial numbers are included in this recall: Serial Numbers: 1M0850TB++M010013 thru 1M0850TB++M010768 1M0850TS++M010001 thru 1M0850TS++M011932 1M0850TT++M010001 thru 1M0850TT++M012765
The hazard
The fuel line can separate, posing a fire hazard.
What to do (per CPSC)
Consumers should stop using the recalled utility vehicles and contact a John Deere dealer to schedule a free inspection and free repair. John Deere is contacting all registered owners of the recalled utility vehicles directly. Remedy type: Repair
Notes
Incidents (per CPSC): John Deere has received three reports of separated fuel lines. No injuries have been reported.
Sold at: John Deere dealers nationwide from August 2012 through October 2012 for between $12,900 and $15,500.
Consumer contact: Deere and Company; at (800) 537-8233, from 8 a.m. to 6 p.m. ET Monday through Friday, and Saturdays from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. ET or www.johndeere.com and click on Services and Support for more information.
Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission public recall data. This page reports official records and is not legal, medical, or repair advice.