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John Deere Recalls Lawn Tractors and Service Part Transmissions Due To Crash Hazard

Reported: September 20, 2017 Initiated: September 20, 2017 #17227

Product Description

This recall involves John Deere model D105 lawn tractors with serial numbers beginning with 1GXD105, and service transmissions sold by John Deere authorized dealers for use in the D105 lawn tractor. John Deere and the model number are printed on the side of the engine hood. The serial number is located on the rear frame of the machine above the left rear tire. A complete list of serial numbers included in this recall is available at www.JohnDeere.com/D105-Transmission-Recall. If the lawn tractor serial number is not on the firm's website and the transmission had been replaced from March 2016 through August 2017, consumers should contact their John Deere service dealer to check if the recall applies to their replacement service transmission.

Reason for Recall

The transmission can fail, posing a crash hazard.

Remedy

Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled lawn tractors and contact a John Deere dealer for a free repair.

Details

Units Affected
About 25,000 tractors and 500 transmissions sold as service parts (in addition, about 1,200 were sold in Canada)

Frequently Asked Questions

What product was recalled?
This recall involves John Deere model D105 lawn tractors with serial numbers beginning with 1GXD105, and service transmissions sold by John Deere authorized dealers for use in the D105 lawn tractor. John Deere and the model number are printed on the side of the engine hood. The serial number is located on the rear frame of the machine above the left rear tire. A complete list of serial numbers included in this recall is available at www.JohnDeere.com/D105-Transmission-Recall. If the lawn tractor serial number is not on the firm's website and the transmission had been replaced from March 2016 through August 2017, consumers should contact their John Deere service dealer to check if the recall applies to their replacement service transmission.. Recalled by Deere & Company, of Moline, Ill.. Units affected: About 25,000 tractors and 500 transmissions sold as service parts (in addition, about 1,200 were sold in Canada).
Why was this product recalled?
The transmission can fail, posing a crash hazard.
What should consumers do?
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled lawn tractors and contact a John Deere dealer for a free repair.
Which agency issued this recall?
This recall was issued by the CPSC on September 20, 2017. Severity: Moderate. Recall number: 17227.