Deere & Company Recalls Gator XUV Utility Vehicles Due to Fire Hazard
U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission recall (2008-09-16). Hazards: fire. Models: 620i. About 2,500 units in the US.
| Agency | U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission |
|---|---|
| Recall number | 08606 |
| Published | 2008-09-16 |
| Last updated | 2014-05-23 |
| Product category | Utility, Off-Road Vehicles/Golf Carts |
| Products | John Deere Gator XUV 620i Utility Vehicles |
| Firm named in the title | Deere & Company |
| Firms | Deere & Company, of Moline, Ill. (manufacturer) |
| Manufactured in | United States |
| Units (US) | 2,500 |
| Model numbers | 620i |
| Hazard classes | fire |
| Remedy classes | repair, inspect, stop use |
| Sold | John Deere dealers nationwide from April 2008 through August 2008 for about $10,000. |
Description
The recalled utility vehicle is Model 620i. The model number is painted on the side of the vehicle. The recall includes the following serial numbers. The serial number plate is on the vehicle's frame in front of the passenger side rear fender. Model Serial Number Ranges XUV 620i Gas (Como) M0XUVGC020001 thru M0XUVGC020959 XUV 620i Gas (Olive) M0XUVGT021581 thru M0XUVGT021808 XUV 620i Gas (Green) M0XUVGX023930, M0XUVGX023941, M0XUVGX023956, M0XUVGX023961 thru M0XUVGX023962 M0XUVGX023968 thru M0XUVGX025507
Hazard
The fuel tank can leak from a gap in the seam at the base of the filler neck, posing a fire hazard.
Remedy
Consumers should stop using the recalled utility vehicles immediately and contact any John Deere dealer to schedule a free inspection and repair. Keep fuel tank below half full until the repair is made. Registered owners were sent direct mail notification of this recall.
Incidents and injuries
Deere & Company has received seven reports of fuel tank leaks. No fires or injuries have been reported.
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