John Deere XUV835 Gator utility vehicles

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Recalled John Deere XUV835 Gator™ utility vehicle

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Affected model numbers

XUV835

Why it was recalled

The plastic sheathing on the throttle cable can melt due to improper routing, causing the throttle to stick. This could result in the operator not being able to stop the vehicle, posing a crash hazard.

Incident reports to the firm

Injuries reported

SaferProducts.gov reports

John Deere has received reports of nine incidents. No injuries have been reported.

The official remedy

Remedy type: repair

What to do

Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled vehicles and contact an authorized John Deere dealer for a free inspection and repair of improperly routed throttle cables. John Deere is contacting all known purchasers directly.

Product and sales details

ManufacturerDeere & Company, of Moline, Ill.

UnitsAbout 19,730 (In addition, about 840 were sold in Canada)

Made inUnited States

Sold atJohn Deere dealers nationwide

Sales periodNovember 2017 – July 2019

Price$13,860 to $22,930

Category Appliances

How to reach the firm

Phone

800-537-8233

8 a.m. to 6 p.m. ET Monday through Friday and 9 a

Recall page

www.deere.com

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