Recalls / 2019-10-31

John Deere Recalls Compact Utility Tractors Due to Injury Hazard (Recall Alert)

20706 · Recalled 2019-10-31 · CPSC page

Recalled John Deere 4R Series compact utility tractor

Description

This recall involves green and yellow compact utility tractors with "John Deere" and the model numbers 4044R, 4052R or 4066R printed on the hood. Each of the recalled compact utility tractors has a 17-digit serial number located on the right side of the frame above the front axle. Each serial number included in the recall begins with "1LV" and ends with a six-digit number that falls within the ranges below: Model Serial Number Range 4044R 400284 - 401619 4052R 400381 - 403424 4066R 401588 - 407220

Hazards

Front cab support bolts that were torqued improperly during manufacturing can fail during a rollover, posing a crushing injury hazard to the operator.

Reported injuries

None reported

Remedy

Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled compact utility tractors and contact an authorized John Deere dealer for a free repair. John Deere is contacting all known purchasers directly.

Products

Name	Model	Units
John Deere 4044R, 4052R and 4066R compact utility tractors		About 5,700 (In addition, about 1,650 were sold in Canada)

Parties

Manufacturer: Deere & Company
Made in: United States
Sold at: John Deere dealers nationwide, 000, $50, 000.

Consumer contact

Deere & Company at 800-537-8233 from 8 a.m. to 6 p.m. ET Monday through Friday and 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. ET on Saturday, or online at www.deere.com and click on “Recalls” on the drop-down menu under “Parts & Services” for more information.

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Serial number location of recalled John Deere 4R compact utility tractors

Source: CPSC recall 20706. Inclusion in this database is not legal or medical advice.