Product description
The recalled compact utility tractors are green with yellow trim and black foldable Rollover Protective System (ROPS).
See a list of details to help identify the product
Reason the product is recalled
The spring locking pin used to retain the foldable Rollover Protective Structure (ROPS) pin may not meet specifications. If the spring locking pin breaks, the ROPS pin may not be retained and fall out.
The hazards to consumers
Without the ROPS pin in place the ROPS could fail in the event of a rollover and may lead to a serious injury.
What consumers should do
Consumers should ensure the spring locking pins for the foldable ROPS are in place before operating the tractor and check them frequently during use. Any person who may be operating the tractor should be informed of this situation.
John Deere will contact owners about the hazard and advise them to contact the nearest John Deere dealer to get the tractor repaired. This work will be performed at no cost to the owner.
John Deere will contact owners about the hazard and advise them to contact the nearest John Deere dealer to get the tractor repaired. This work will be performed at no cost to the owner.
Details to help identify the product
Supplier running the recall
Deere & Company / John Deere Limited
Who sold the product
Authorised John Deere dealers.
Identifying product features
Please see attachement for a full list of affected serial numbers.
Identifying numbers
Other identifying numbers
Please see attachement for a full list of affected serial numbers.
Dates available for sale
-
Where the product was sold
Nationally
Responsible regulators
Regulators are established or appointed by government. They enforce regulations and rules.
Quote PRA number 2013/13671 when contacting a regulator about this recall.
Recall and remedy questions
Contact the Australian Competition and Consumer Commission if you have:
- a question about the remedy being offered to you by the business that is responsible for managing this recall, or
- concerns about the way the business is managing this recall.
