CPSC, Deere & Company Announce Recall of Compact Utility Tractors
U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission recall (2004-04-09). About 300 units in the US.
| Agency | U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission |
|---|---|
| Recall number | 04545 |
| Published | 2004-04-09 |
| Last updated | 2025-04-07 |
| Product category | Tractors |
| Products | John Deere Compact Utility Tractors |
| Firm named in the title | Deere & Company |
| Firms | John Deere, of Moline, Ill. (manufacturer) |
| Manufactured in | United States |
| Units (US) | 300 |
| Remedy classes | repair, stop use |
| Sold | Authorized John Deere dealers nationwide, during January and February 2004, for between $18,000 and $21,500. |
Description
These vehicles are small agricultural tractors that are green with yellow seats and wheels. The following model and serial numbers can be found on the serial number plate on the tractor's frame: Model Serial Range 4210 CUT with Hydrostatic Transmission LV4210H320674 through LV4210H320773 4310 CUT with Hydrostatic Transmission LV4310H331062 through LV4310H331359 4310 CUT with PowrReverser Transmission LV4310P335452 through LV4310P335550 4410 CUT with Hydrostatic Transmission LV4410H340381 through LV4410H340592 4410 CUT with PowrReverser Transmission LV4410P345138 through LV4410P345179
Hazard
Some of the steel bolts used to secure Roll-Over Protective Structure (ROPS) to the tractor's real axle can shear off, decreasing the strength of the ROPS and its ability to protect the operator, in the event of a roll-over incident.
Remedy
The company is directly notifying purchasers. Consumers should stop using their tractors immediately and contact a John Deere dealer for a free repair.
Incidents and injuries
John Deere is aware of three incidents where the bolts have sheared off, all which were discovered during factory inspections. There have been no reported injuries.
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