The Recall Desk
HighCPSC·05517·Announced 2004-11-24

John Deere Recalls GX85 and SX85 Riding Lawn Mowers for Fuel Leak Risk

Deere & Company is recalling 4,400 John Deere GX85 and SX85 riding mowers because fuel tanks may crack and leak, posing a fire or burn hazard.

What this means for you

Real risk of harm even if no illness or injury has been reported yet. Stop using the product and follow the agency's guidance.

Our severity reasoning: The recall involves a risk-of-harm product (fire/burn injury from fuel leak) where injury has not yet been reported, which aligns with the 'High' severity criteria in the rubric.

Plain-English summary

Deere & Company is recalling approximately 4,400 John Deere GX85 and SX85 riding lawn mowers. The recall involves specific model serial numbers: GX85 MOGX85X145887 through 149328 and SX85 MOSX85X125374 through 126508. These mowers were 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.

The fuel tanks on these mowers can crack and leak fuel, which presents a potential for fire or burn injuries. John Deere is aware of 37 instances where the fuel tank was replaced under warranty. There have been no reports of fires, injuries, or property damage associated with this defect.

Consumers should stop using their tractors immediately. The company is directly notifying consumers who purchased the affected mowers. Consumers can also contact a John Deere dealer for a free repair or call John Deere's Customer Communications Center at (800) 537-8233.

The recalled product

Product
John Deere GX85 and SX85 Riding Lawn Mowers
Manufacturer
Deere & Company of Moline, IL
Category
Consumer Product — Lawn Mowers
Hazard
Affected units
4,400

Distribution

Distributed nationwide across the United States.

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