Recall 16-717, published December 22, 2015
John Deere zero-turn lawn mowers
Compare the model on your label, then check any serial numbers, date codes, and exclusions in the notice. A model match alone does not confirm that your unit is included.
Affected model numbers
Z655The model number is on the front of the machine, near the operator footrest.
Which products are included?
This recall involves John Deere models Z445, Z645, Z655, and Z665 zero-turn mowers with serial numbers beginning with 1GXZ, manufactured from August 10, 2015 through September 9, 2015. A complete list of serial numbers included in this recall is on the firm's website. The mowers are green and yellow with yellow wheels. The model number is on the front of the machine, near the operator footrest. The serial number is located behind the seat, in front of the engine.
Confirm these details on the official CPSC noticeWhy it was recalled
A fuel hose could have been cut during manufacturing, allowing fuel to leak, posing a fire hazard.
Official remedy
Consumers should immediately stop using these recalled zero-turn lawn mowers and contact a John Deere dealer for a free repair. After identifying four reports of cut fuel hoses during the manufacturing process, John Deere is contacting all registered owners of the recalled lawn mowers directly.
- Brand
- John Deere zero-turn lawn
- Recall published
- December 22, 2015
- Category
- Power Tools
- Units
- About 150
- Sold at / sales period
- John Deere independent dealers nationwide from August 2015 through November 2015 for between $4,800 and $6,500.
