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Deere & Company Recalls Gator XUV Utility Vehicles Due to Fire HazardDate: 9/17/2008
Reason: The fuel tank can leak from a gap in the seam at the base of the filler neck, posing a fire hazard.
Distribution: Nationwide
The following product safety recall was voluntarily conducted by the firm in cooperation with the CPSC. Consumers should stop using the product immediately unless otherwise instructed. Name of Product: John Deere Gator XUV 620i Utility Vehicles Units: About 2,500 Manufacturer: Deere & Company, of Moline, Ill. Hazard: The fuel tank can leak from a gap in the seam at the base of the filler neck, posing a fire hazard. Incidents/Injuries: Deere & Company has received seven reports of fuel tank leaks. No fires or injuries have been reported. Description: The recalled utility vehicle is Model 620i. The model number is painted on the side of the vehicle. The recall includes the following serial numbers. The serial number plate is on the vehicle's frame in front of the passenger side rear fender.
Sold by: John Deere dealers nationwide from April 2008 through August 2008 for about $10,000. Manufactured in: United States Remedy: Consumers should stop using the recalled utility vehicles immediately and contact any John Deere dealer to schedule a free inspection and repair. Keep fuel tank below half full until the repair is made. Registered owners were sent direct mail notification of this recall. Consumer Contact: For additional information, contact Deere & Company at (800) 537-8233 between 8 a.m. and 6p.m. ET Monday through Friday, and Saturday between 9 a.m. and 3 p.m. ET, or visit the firm's Web site at www.johndeere.com Other Outdoors Recalls and Alerts of InterestDate: 11/21/2008 Reason: The air compressor’s components can fail, which could cause a stoppage of air flow. This poses a risk of drowning to users. Distribution: Nationwide Date: 10/27/2008 Reason: The two-piece fuel tanks on the riding mowers can separate at the seam, causing fuel to leak. This can pose fire and burn hazards to consumers. Distribution: Nationwide Date: 12/11/2008 Reason: The blower’s impeller, which is a rotating component on the blower, can break, resulting in pieces of plastic flying out of the blower. This poses a risk of serious injury to the user or a bystander. Distribution: Nationwide Date: 10/27/2008 Reason: The gas grills can be assembled improperly exposing the gas burner hoses to excessive heat, posing fire and burn hazards to consumers. Distribution: Nationwide Date: 11/21/2008 Reason: A FUEL TANK VENT LINE SEVERED BY FLAWED FLOOR PANEL DESIGN, ALLOWING GAS FUMES (AND POSSIBLY GASOLINE ITSELF) TO ACCUMULATE IN THE BILGE. Distribution: Nationwide. Date: 11/6/2008 Reason: The chain brake can fail to stop the chain on its first application, posing a risk of laceration to consumers. Distribution: Nationwide |
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