John Deere Recalls Lawn and Garden Tractors Due to Laceration Hazard (Recall Alert)
U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission recall (2016-08-04). Hazards: laceration. Models: X710, X730, X734, X738, X739. About 5,400 units in the US and 166 in Canada.
| Agency | U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission |
|---|---|
| Recall number | 16765 |
| Published | 2016-08-04 |
| Last updated | 2016-08-08 |
| Product category | Garden Tractors and Accessories |
| Products | Lawn and garden tractors |
| Firm named in the title | John Deere |
| Firms | Deere & Company, of Moline, Ill. (manufacturer) |
| Manufactured in | United States |
| Units (US) | 5,400 |
| Units (Canada) | 166 |
| Model numbers | X710, X730, X734, X738, X739 |
| Hazard classes | laceration |
| Remedy classes | repair, stop use |
| Sold | John Deere independent dealers nationwide from December 2015 through July 2016 for between $8,800 and $11,700. |
Description
This recall involves John Deere models X710, X730, X734, X738, and X739 lawn and garden tractors with serial numbers beginning with 1M0X. A complete list of serial numbers included in this recall is available on the firm's website. The lawn and garden tractors have "John Deere" printed on the side and are green and yellow with yellow rims. The model number is on both sides of the engine hood. The serial number is located on the right side, below the foot rest.
Hazard
The reverse implement option (RIO) system can fail, posing a laceration hazard to bystanders. RIO is a safety system that shuts off power to the mower blades when the machine is placed into reverse.
Remedy
Consumers should immediately stop using these recalled tractors and contact a John Deere dealer for a free repair. John Deere is contacting all registered owners of the recalled lawn and garden tractors directly.
Incidents and injuries
None reported
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