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CPSCRecalled Feb 14, 2013 · #13725

John Deere Recalls Gator Utility Vehicles Due to Fire Hazard

Hazard

The oil filter can leak, posing a fire hazard. Pinholes or cracks have been identified in oil filters installed by the engine supplier which were not manufactured to specification.

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Description

This recall involves John Deere Gator™ RSX850i Base, Sport and Trail model recreational utility vehicles manufactured between May 2012 and October 2012. They have side-by-side seating for two people and were available in Realtree® Hardwoods™ HD Camo, olive and black, or traditional green and yellow. RSX850i is located on the hood. The serial number is on the rear frame above the receiver hitch. Utility vehicles with the following serial numbers are included in this recall: Model Serial Number Range RSX850i Base 1M0850TB++M010009 thru 1M0850TB++M010778 RSX850i Sport 1M0850TS++M010001 thru 1M0850TS++M012077 RSX850i Trail 1M0850TT++M010001 thru 1M0850TT++M012867

Product details

Product
Utility Vehicles
Type
Utility Vehicles
Manufacturer
Deere & Company of Moline, Ill.
Model numbers
2012, 1M0850TB, M010009, M010778, 1M0850TS, M010001, M012077, 1M0850TT, M012867
UPCs
Sold at
John Deere dealers nationwide from August 2012 through January 2013 for between $12,900 and $15,500.
Made in
United States

What you should do

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

View the official CPSC notice