Critical Recalled August 4, 2015 About 1,700 (in addition, 370 were sold in Canada) units

John Deere Recalls Riding Lawn Tractors Due to Crash Hazard

Impact / crash

The hazard

The brake arm on the lawn tractor can fail, posing a crash hazard that could result in serious injury or death.

Incidents reported: None reported.

What to do now

Repair

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

Contact: Deere & 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 and select Product Recall Information on the drop-down menu under Services & Support for more information.

About this recall

This recall involves John Deere models D110, D125, D130, D140, D155, D160 and D170 lawn tractors with serial numbers beginning with 1GXD. A complete list of serial numbers included in this recall is on the firm's website. The model number is printed on the bottom left and right of the hood in yellow. The brand name is printed on top left and right of the hood in black. The serial number is located on the left side of tractor, under the fender, above the left rear tire.

Product photos

John Deere lawn tractor
John Deere lawn tractor
Brake arm (purple)
Brake arm (purple)

Photos: U.S. CPSC