Utility Vehicles

CPSC Recall #17-739 — April 11, 2017

Recall #17-739 Date: April 11, 2017 Remedy: Repair

Product

Utility Vehicles

Description

This recall involves John Deere Gator™ Utility Vehicles with model number XUV590i or XUV590i S4 printed on the hood and the “John Deere” and “Gator” brand names printed on the cargo box. The serial number, located on the frame on the rear of the machine above the hitch, begins with 1M0590 and fall within the ranges on the chart below. The recalled utility vehicles come in several colors and have four-wheel suspension with side-by-side seating for two or four people depending on model.    ModelSerial Number RangeXUV590i1M0590T+++M010001 - 21714XUV590i S41M0590F+++M010001 - 20554

Hazard

The dust boot on the throttle cable can come loose, resulting in the vehicle not slowing down or stopping, posing a crash hazard.

Incidents / Injuries

John Deere has received four reports of the dust boot on the cable coming loose, one of which resulted in minor injuries.

Remedy

Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled utility vehicles and contact a John Deere dealer for a free repair. John Deere is contacting all registered owners of the recalled vehicles directly.

Units Affected

About 9,700

Sold At

John Deere dealers nationwide from January 2016 through May 2017 for between $10,000 and $12,900. 

Manufacturer

Deere & Company of Moline, Ill.

Manufactured In

United States