CPSC recall 16-717, announced December 22, 2015, covers John Deere zero-turn lawn mowers (about 150 units). A fuel hose could have been cut during manufacturing, allowing fuel to leak, posing a fire hazard. The notice reports no incidents. Consumers should immediately stop using these recalled zero-turn lawn mowers and contact a John Deere dealer for a free repair. 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 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.
Incidents and injuries
No incidents or injuries have been reported.
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.
Product and sales details
- Brand
- John Deere zero-turn lawn
- Manufacturer
- Deere & Company, of Moline, Ill.
- Product type
- Lawn mowers
- Recall number
- 16-717
- Units
- About 150
- Manufactured in
- United States
- Sold at / sales period
- John Deere independent dealers nationwide from August 2015 through November 2015 for between $4,800 and $6,500.
John Deere zero-turn lawn mowers
CPSC product type: Riding Lawn Mowers
Recall contact information
Deere and Company at (800) 537-8233 from 8 a.m. to 6 p.m. ET Monday through Friday and Saturday from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. ET or online at www.deere.com then click on USA, then select Product Recall Information on the drop-down menu under Services & Support for more information.
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