CPSC, Deere & Company Recall Gator Utility Vehicles
CPSC, Deere & Company Recall Gator Utility Vehicles
Why was CPSC, Deere & Company Recall Gator Utility Vehicles recalled?
During manufacturing, an extra internal vent line was attached to the plastic vent fitting on some fuel tanks. If the fuel inside the gas tank expands, it can leak out through the extra vent line and onto the ground, presenting fire and burn hazards.
What should I do if I have this product?
Stop using the vehicle immediately. If it is stored inside, push the vehicle outside to a well-ventilated area and loosen the fuel cap (one-quarter turn) to equalize pressure. Consumers should call the John Deere Dealer where the vehicle was purchased, to get a free inspection and repair. Contact: For more information, call Deere & Company toll-free at (800) 537-8233 from 8 a.m. to 7 p.m. ET Monday through Friday, and 9 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. Saturday.
What to do with a recalled product: refunds, receipts, safe disposal and how to report a problem.
Is my product affected?
Compare the item in your hand with every identifier below from the official CPSC record. Only products that match the listed product and identifiers are part of this recall.
- Product
- Gator Utility Vehicles, models 4X2 Gators, 6X4 Gators, and Turf Gators
- Company
- Deere & Company, of Moline, Ill.
- Quantity
- About 550
- Sold at
- The utility vehicles were sold through authorized John Deere Dealers nationwide, from November 2000 through February 2001, for between $6,000 and $10,000.
- Recall date
- March 20, 2001
- Incidents / injuries
- Deere & Company has received three reports of fuel leaks. No fires or injuries have been reported.
- Agency
- CPSC
Product description
The recalled models include the 4X2 Gators, 6X4 Gators, and Turf Gators manufactured between October 2000 and November 2000. The off-road vehicles are four- or six-wheeled and have the model number painted on the side of a cargo box, which is attached to the back of the vehicle.