CPSC Recalls

Recalls / 2004-11-24

CPSC, Deere & Company Announce Recall of Riding Mowers

05517 · Recalled 2004-11-24 · CPSC page

Recalled John Deere GX85 Riding Lawn Mower
Recalled John Deere GX85 Riding Lawn Mower

Description

The recalled lawn mowers are green with yellow trim and have either GX85 or SX 85 on the side of the riding mower and a John Deere symbol on the front end and involve the following machines: Model Serial Numbers GX85 MOGX85X145887 through 149328 SX85 MOSX85X125374 through 126508

Hazards

The fuel tanks can crack and leak fuel, presenting a potential for fire or burn injuries.

Reported injuries

John Deere is aware of 37 instances of replacement of the fuel tank under warranty. There have been no reports of fires, injuries or property damage.

Remedy

The company is directly notifying those consumers who purchased affected mowers. Consumers should stop using their tractors immediately and contact a John Deere dealer for a free repair.

Products

NameModelUnits
John Deere GX85 and SX85 Riding Lawn Mowers4,400

Parties

Manufacturer
Deere & Company
Made in
United States
Sold at
Authorized John Deere dealers in the United States, Canada, from November 2003 through July 2004, for, 000, 400.

Consumer contact

For more information, contact John Deere's Customer Communications Center at (800) 537-8233 between 8:00 a.m. and 6:00 p.m. ET, Monday through Friday and 9:00 a.m. and 3:00 p.m. ET Saturday or at the John Deere website at www.johndeere.com

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Recalled John Deere SX85 Riding Lawn Mower
Recalled John Deere SX85 Riding Lawn Mower

Source: CPSC recall 05517. Inclusion in this database is not legal or medical advice.