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John Deere Recalls Compact Utility Tractors Due to Injury Hazard (Recall Alert)

Reported: December 12, 2017 Initiated: December 12, 2017 #18705

Product Description

This recall involves John Deere model 1023E and 1025R compact utility tractors. They are green and yellow with "John Deere" and the model number printed on the hood of the tractor. The serial number is located on the right side of the frame by the front right tire. A complete list of serial numbers included in this recall is available at www.JohnDeere.com/1023E-1025R-ROPSbolt-Recall

Reason for Recall

The rollover protective structure (ROPS) at the back of the tractor can loosen and fail to protect the operator in a rollover accident, posing a risk of injury.

Remedy

Consumers should stop using the recalled compact utility tractors and contact an authorized John Deere dealer for a free repair. John Deere is contacting purchasers of the recalled tractors directly.

Details

Units Affected
About 3,300 (in addition, 380 were sold in Canada)

Frequently Asked Questions

What product was recalled?
This recall involves John Deere model 1023E and 1025R compact utility tractors. They are green and yellow with "John Deere" and the model number printed on the hood of the tractor. The serial number is located on the right side of the frame by the front right tire. A complete list of serial numbers included in this recall is available at www.JohnDeere.com/1023E-1025R-ROPSbolt-Recall. Recalled by Deere & Company, of Moline, Ill.. Units affected: About 3,300 (in addition, 380 were sold in Canada).
Why was this product recalled?
The rollover protective structure (ROPS) at the back of the tractor can loosen and fail to protect the operator in a rollover accident, posing a risk of injury.
What should consumers do?
Consumers should stop using the recalled compact utility tractors and contact an authorized John Deere dealer for a free repair. John Deere is contacting purchasers of the recalled tractors directly.
Which agency issued this recall?
This recall was issued by the CPSC on December 12, 2017. Severity: Moderate. Recall number: 18705.