Deere & Company Recalls Lawn Tractors, Blade Could Operate While Mower Unattended
U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission recall (2006-08-29). About 16,000 units in the US.
| Agency | U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission |
|---|---|
| Recall number | 06577 |
| Published | 2006-08-29 |
| Last updated | 2024-08-15 |
| Product category | Tractors |
| Products | John Deere X300 Select Series Lawn Tractors |
| Firm named in the title | Deere & Company |
| Firms | Deere & Company of Moline, Ill. (manufacturer) |
| Manufactured in | United States |
| Units (US) | 16,000 |
| Remedy classes | repair |
| Sold | Authorized John Deere dealers nationwide from April 2006 through May 2006 for between $2,800 and $5,000. |
Description
These John Deere X300 Select Series lawn tractors 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, which is located just above the front wheel axle on the right side of the tractor. Model Serial Number Ranges X300 M0X300A012380 - 012875 X300 M0X300C020339 - 024949 X300 M0X300D011842 - 012375 X304 M0X304A013047 - 013964 X320 M0X320A017344 - 020858 X324 M0X324A012658 - 013220 X340 M0X340A012667 - 013498
Hazard
A problem in the manufacturing process could cause damage to the circuit in the interlock module. If the interlock module fails, the mower blades will be able to run with no operator on the tractor seat. Consumers could suffer injuries from contact with operating blades.
Remedy
The company is directly notifying those consumers who purchased an affected tractor. Consumers should contact a John Deere dealer for a free repair.
Incidents and injuries
No incidents or injuries have been reported.
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