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Active recall — stop using this product now.
Remedy: free repair · About 200 units
Recall No. 21-776 Published August 19, 2021

John Deere compact utility tractors

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. Manufactured by Deere & Company and sold at John Deere dealers nationwide from December 2020 – June 2021 for $30,000 to $56,000.

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Recalled John Deere 4M & 4R compact utility tractor - open station
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Recalled John Deere 4M & 4R compact utility tractor - open station

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Affected model numbers

Why it was recalled

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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Incident reports to the firm
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Injuries reported
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SaferProducts.gov reports

John Deere has received one report of a wheel falling off. No injuries have been reported.

The official remedy

Remedy type: repair
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What to 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.

Product and sales details

ManufacturerDeere & Company, of Moline, Ill.
UnitsAbout 200
Made inUnited States
Sold atJohn Deere dealers nationwide
Sales periodDecember 2020 – June 2021
Price$30,000 to $56,000

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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