CPSC recall 04-511, announced November 18, 2003, covers John Deere Gator Utility Vehicles (4,600 units). Improper crimping of the brake cables could lead to reduced braking capacity and, in some cases, to failure of the foot pedal brake. The notice reports no incidents. Consumers should stop using the recalled vehicles and contact the nearest John Deere dealer to schedule an appointment to have a new brake cable installed free of charge. Recall contact: call (800) 537-8233, or go to www.deere.com.
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.
The CPSC data does not provide a discrete model-number list for this record. Compare the product description and identification details on the official notice.
Model Serial Number Range 4X2 and 4X2 Trail W004X2X095289 through W004X2X098332 6X4 and 6X4 Trail W006X4X071973 through W006X4X072981 6X4 Diesel and 6X4 Diesel Trail W006X4D035805 through W006X4D036371 Turf W00TURF018875 through W00TURF019098 E-Gator W0E4X2E011277 through W0E4X2E011345 Worksite W0W6X4D011176 through W0W6X4D01121
Which products are included?
This recall involves Gator Utility Vehicles that are 4- to 6-wheeled vehicles with cargo boxes. The words "John Deere" and "Gator" appear on the side of the cargo box. Model Serial Number Range 4X2 and 4X2 Trail W004X2X095289 through W004X2X098332 6X4 and 6X4 Trail W006X4X071973 through W006X4X072981 6X4 Diesel and 6X4 Diesel Trail W006X4D035805 through W006X4D036371 Turf W00TURF018875 through W00TURF019098 E-Gator W0E4X2E011277 through W0E4X2E011345 Worksite W0W6X4D011176 through W0W6X4D01121
Confirm these details on the official CPSC noticeWhy it was recalled
Improper crimping of the brake cables could lead to reduced braking capacity and, in some cases, to failure of the foot pedal brake.
Incidents and injuries
None reported.
Official remedy
Consumers should stop using the recalled vehicles and contact the nearest John Deere dealer to schedule an appointment to have a new brake cable installed free of charge.
Product and sales details
- Brand
- John Deere
- Manufacturer
- Deere & Company, of Moline, Ill.
- Product type
- Off-road recreational vehicles
- Recall number
- 04-511
- Units
- 4,600
- Manufactured in
- Canada
- Sold at / sales period
- Authorized John Deere dealers nationwide, from June 2003 through September 2003, for between $6,300 and $11,000.
Gator Utility Vehicles
CPSC product type: Utility, Off-Road Vehicles/Golf Carts
Recall contact information
Consumers can also contact Deere & Company at (800) 537-8233 between 8 a.m. and 7 p.m. ET Monday through Friday, and 9 a.m. and 5:30 p.m. Saturday. Consumers can also go to the firm's website at www.deere.com
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