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CPSCRecalled Aug 19, 2021 · #21776

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

Hazard

Rear wheel spacer bolts that were torqued improperly during manufacturing can cause the wheel to fall off during use. This can result in the tractor overturning, posing an injury hazard to the operator.

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Description

This recall involves John Deere compact utility tractors with model numbers 4044M, 4044R, 4052M, 4052R, 4066M or 4066R printed on the hood. The recalled compact utility tractors were sold in green and yellow and come in both open operator station and cab configurations. "John Deere" is also printed on the hood. The serial number is located on the frame on the front right side of the machine near the engine and begins with 1LV. A list of serial numbers included in this recall is available at www.JohnDeere.com/WheelSpacerBoltRecall.

Product details

Product
John Deere compact utility tractors
Type
Manufacturer
Deere & Company, of Moline, Ill.
Model numbers
4044M, 4044R, 4052M, 4052R, 4066M, 4066R
UPCs
Sold at
John Deere dealers nationwide from December 2020 through June 2021 for between $30,000 and $56,000.
Made in
United States

What you should do

Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled tractors and contact an authorized John Deere dealer for a free inspection and repair of the wheel mounting bolts. John Deere is contacting all known purchasers directly.

View the official CPSC notice