CPSC

John Deere GX85 and SX85 Riding Lawn Mowers Recalled for Fire Hazard

Recalled John Deere GX85 Riding Lawn Mower
Recalled John Deere GX85 Riding Lawn Mower
Recalled John Deere SX85 Riding Lawn Mower
Recalled John Deere SX85 Riding Lawn Mower

Hazard

The fuel tanks can crack and leak fuel, presenting a potential for fire or burn injuries.

What You Should Do

Remedy

The company is directly notifying those consumers who purchased affected mowers. 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 at (800) 537-8233 between 8:00 a.m. and 6:00 p.m. ET, Monday through Friday and 9:00 a.m. and 3:00 p.m. ET Saturday or at the John Deere website at www.johndeere.com

Products

John Deere GX85 and SX85 Riding Lawn Mowers

Injuries & Incidents

Sold At

Authorized John Deere dealers in the United States and Canada, from November 2003 through July 2004, for between $2,000 and $2,400.