CPSC

John Deere 4000 Ten Series Compact Utility Tractors Recalled for Injury Hazard

Recalled John Deere 4000 Ten Series Compact Utility Tractor
Recalled John Deere 4000 Ten Series Compact Utility Tractor

Hazard

An internal failure may occur within the Hydrostatic Transmission preventing the transmission from returning to neutral after the pedals are released. This can allow unexpected movement or cause the tractor to continue moving, creating a possible risk of injury to the operator or a bystander.

What You Should Do

Remedy

Consumers should stop using their tractors immediately and contact a John Deere dealer for a free repair.

Consumer Contact

For more information, contact John Deere's Customer Communications Center on (800) 537-8233, Monday through Friday, 8:00 am until 6:00 pm (Eastern Time), Saturday, 9:00 am until 3:00 pm, or at the John Deere website at www.johndeere.com

Products

John Deere 4000 Ten Series Compact Utility Tractors

Injuries & Incidents

Sold At

Authorized John Deere dealers nationwide and in Canada, from April 2001 to August 2003, for between $18,000 and $27,000.