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John Deere Recalls Compact Utility Loaders Due To Injury Hazard (Recall Alert)

Reported: May 24, 2018 Initiated: May 24, 2018 #18745

Product Description

This recall involves John Deere model 120R loaders that attach to 2025R tractors. The recalled loaders are mostly green with yellow accents. The model number 120R is located on both sides of the loader. The serial number is located on the inside of the left boom arm of the loader. A list of serial numbers included in this recall is available at www.JohnDeere.com/120R-Loader-OM-Recall

Reason for Recall

Information about the proper ballast when the loader is attached to a John Deere model 2025R tractor is missing from the operator's manual. If improperly ballasted, the tractor can be unstable and create a risk of injury to the operator or bystanders.

Remedy

Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled loaders and contact an authorized John Deere dealer for a free correction of the operator's manual. John Deere is contacting all known purchasers of the recalled loaders directly.

Details

Units Affected
About 11,500 (in addition, about 1,300 were sold in Canada)
Official Source
https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2018/John-Deere-Recalls-Compact-Utility-Loaders-Due-To-Injury-Hazard-Recall-Alert

Frequently Asked Questions

What product was recalled? ▼
This recall involves John Deere model 120R loaders that attach to 2025R tractors. The recalled loaders are mostly green with yellow accents. The model number 120R is located on both sides of the loader. The serial number is located on the inside of the left boom arm of the loader. A list of serial numbers included in this recall is available at www.JohnDeere.com/120R-Loader-OM-Recall. Recalled by Deere & Company, of Moline, Ill.. Units affected: About 11,500 (in addition, about 1,300 were sold in Canada).
Why was this product recalled? ▼
Information about the proper ballast when the loader is attached to a John Deere model 2025R tractor is missing from the operator's manual. If improperly ballasted, the tractor can be unstable and create a risk of injury to the operator or bystanders.
What should consumers do? ▼
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled loaders and contact an authorized John Deere dealer for a free correction of the operator's manual. John Deere is contacting all known purchasers of the recalled loaders directly.
Which agency issued this recall? ▼
This recall was issued by the CPSC on May 24, 2018. Severity: Moderate. Recall number: 18745.

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