Independent reference · Facts sourced from CPSC, ENERGY STAR and DOE Record verified Aug 18, 2026
Active recall — stop using this product now.
Remedy: free repair · About 1,740 (in addition, about 140 were sold in Canada) units
Recall No. 21-717 Published January 7, 2021

Frontier model rotary tillers

Some PTO drivelines were assembled without a specified safety sign. The safety sign explains the associated hazards and that an operator or bystander can become entangled if there is contact with the driveline. sold at John Deere dealers nationwide from May 2019 – November 2020.

Front of recalled John Deere Rotary Tiller
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Front of recalled John Deere Rotary Tiller

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Why it was recalled

Some PTO drivelines were assembled without a specified safety sign. The safety sign explains the associated hazards and that an operator or bystander can become entangled if there is contact with the driveline.

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Incident reports to the firm
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Injuries reported
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SaferProducts.gov reports

None reported.

The official remedy

Remedy type: repair
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What to do

Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled rotary tillers and contact an authorized John Deere dealer for a free inspection and repair. John Deere is contacting all known purchasers directly.

Product and sales details

UnitsAbout 1,740 (in addition, about 140 were sold in Canada)
Made inIndia
Sold atJohn Deere dealers nationwide
Sales periodMay 2019 – November 2020

How to reach the firm

Phone
800-537-8233
8 a.m. to 6 p.m. ET Monday through Friday
Recall page
www.deere.com

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