CPSC recall 13-706, announced November 15, 2012, covers John Deere Utility Vehicles (about 4,340 units). The fuel filter can leak, posing a fire hazard. The notice reports no incidents. Consumers should stop using utility vehicles with the recalled engines and contact a John Deere dealer to have the fuel filter replaced. Recall contact: call (800) 537-8233, or go to www.johndeere.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.
The serial number is on the vertical frame directly below the driver's seat.
Which products are included?
This recall involves John Deere TH, TS and TX-model Gator™ utility vehicles that have Kawasaki FE, FH and FJ series engines. The model information is located on the vehicle's cargo box. Only utility vehicles with the below serial numbers are included in this recall. The serial number is on the vertical frame directly below the driver's seat. Serial Numbers: 1M04X2SJ++M070915 to 1M04X2SJ++M072247 1M04X2XC++M070040 to 1M04X2XC++M070213 1M04X2XD++M070314 to 1M04X2XD++M072731 1M06X4HD++M070049 to 1M06X4HD++M070372 Kawasaki Motors is recalling the filters used in these utility vehicle engines, and lawn mower engines that use the recalled filters, also.
Confirm these details on the official CPSC noticeWhy it was recalled
The fuel filter can leak, posing a fire hazard.
Incidents and injuries
None reported.
Official remedy
Consumers should stop using utility vehicles with the recalled engines and contact a John Deere dealer to have the fuel filter replaced. John Deere is contacting all registered owners of the recalled utility vehicles directly.
Product and sales details
- Brand
- John Deere
- Manufacturer
- Deere & Company of Moline, Ill., Kawasaki Motors Corp. USA of Grand Rapids, Mich.
- Product type
- Off-road recreational vehicles
- Recall number
- 13-706
- Units
- About 4,340
- Manufactured in
- United States
- Sold at / sales period
- John Deere dealers nationwide from November 2011 to August 2012 for between $6,600 and $9,400.
Utility Vehicles
CPSC product type: Utility Vehicles
Recall contact information
Deere and Company; (800) 537-8233, from 8 a.m. to 6 p.m. ET Monday through Friday, and Saturdays from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. ET or www.johndeere.com
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