CPSC recall 18-766, announced September 11, 2018, covers John Deere XUV590 and XUV590 S4 Gator™ utility vehicles (about 4,700 units). The powertrain hardware can come loose, causing the throttle to stick. The notice cites 2 incident reports. Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled vehicles and contact an authorized John Deere dealer for a free inspection and 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.
Affected model numbers
This recall involves John Deere Gator utility vehicles with model number "XUV590" or "XUV590 S4" printed on the hood.
Which products are included?
This recall involves John Deere Gator utility vehicles with model number "XUV590" or "XUV590 S4" printed on the hood. "John Deere" and "Gator" are printed on the cargo box. The serial number is located on the frame on the rear of the machine above the hitch and begins with 1M0590 and falls within the ranges on the chart below. The recalled utility vehicles were sold in green and yellow, olive drab and camouflage and have four-wheel suspension with side-by-side seating for two or four people. Serial Number Range 1M0590EAxxM010001 - 1M0590EAxxM020029 1M0590EBxxM010001 - 1M0590EBxxM020004 1M0590EDxxM010001 - 1M0590EDxxM010014 1M0590EExxM010001 - 1M0590EExxM010008 1M0590MAxxM010001 - 1M0590MAxxM020071 1M0590MBxxM010001 - 1M0590MBxxM020025 1M0590MDxxM010001 - 1M0590MDxxM010018 1M0590MExxM010001 - 1M0590MExxM010012 1M0590MFxxM010001 - 1M0590MFxxM020004 1M0590MGxxM010001 - 1M0590MGxxM010049
Confirm these details on the official CPSC noticeWhy it was recalled
The powertrain hardware can come loose, causing the throttle to stick. This could result in the operator not being able to stop the vehicle, posing a crash hazard.
Incidents and injuries
John Deere has received two reports of the throttle cable sticking. No injuries have been reported.
Official remedy
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled vehicles and contact an authorized John Deere dealer for a free inspection and repair. John Deere is contacting all known purchasers directly.
Product and sales details
- Brand
- John Deere
- Manufacturer
- Deere & Company, of Moline, Ill.
- Product type
- Off-road recreational vehicles
- Recall number
- 18-766
- Units
- About 4,700 (In addition, about 200 were sold in Canada)
- Manufactured in
- United States
- Sold at / sales period
- John Deere dealers nationwide from September 2017 through August 2018 for between $10,000 and $13,000.
Recall contact information
Deere & Company at 800-537-8233 from 8 a.m. to 6 p.m. ET Monday through Friday, 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. ET on Saturday, or online at www.deere.com and click on “Product Recall Information” on the drop-down menu under “Services & Support” for more information.
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