The Recall Desk
HighCPSC·08606·Announced 2008-09-16

John Deere Gator XUV 620i Utility Vehicles Recalled for Fire Hazard

Deere & Company is recalling about 2,500 John Deere Gator XUV 620i utility vehicles because a fuel tank seam defect can cause leaks, posing a fire 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 fire hazard due to fuel leaks, which is a risk-of-harm product defect. Per the rubric, this is classified as High (3) because no fires or injuries have been reported, but the potential for serious harm exists.

Plain-English summary

Deere & Company is recalling approximately 2,500 John Deere Gator XUV 620i utility vehicles. The recall addresses a defect in the fuel tank where a gap in the seam at the base of the filler neck can allow fuel to leak, creating a fire hazard.

The affected vehicles were sold at John Deere dealers nationwide from April 2008 through August 2008 for approximately $10,000. The company has received seven reports of fuel tank leaks, but no fires or injuries have been reported. The recall includes specific serial number ranges for the XUV 620i Gas models, which can be found on a plate on the vehicle's frame in front of the passenger side rear fender.

Consumers should stop using the recalled utility vehicles immediately and contact any John Deere dealer to schedule a free inspection and repair. Until the repair is completed, consumers are advised to keep the fuel tank below half full. Registered owners were notified via direct mail.

The recalled product

Product
John Deere Gator XUV 620i Utility Vehicles
Manufacturer
Deere & Company, of Moline, Ill.
Category
Vehicle — Utility Vehicle
Hazard
Affected units
2,500

Distribution

Distributed nationwide across the United States.

Related recalls

Same manufacturer · Deere & Company, of Moline, Ill.

See all →

Same hazard · fire

See all →