John Deere Recalls Gator Utility Vehicles Due to Throttle Crash Hazard

Plain-English summary

Deere & Company is recalling approximately 4,700 John Deere XUV590 and XUV590 S4 Gator utility vehicles in the United States, with an additional 200 units sold in Canada. The recall involves vehicles with model numbers XUV590 or XUV590 S4 printed on the hood and serial numbers beginning with 1M0590 within specific ranges. These vehicles were sold by John Deere dealers nationwide from September 2017 through August 2018 for between $10,000 and $13,000.

The recall is being issued because powertrain hardware can come loose, which may cause the throttle to stick. This defect could result in the operator being unable to stop the vehicle, posing a crash hazard. John Deere has received two reports of the throttle cable sticking, but no injuries have been reported.

Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled vehicles and contact an authorized John Deere dealer for a free inspection and repair. John Deere is also contacting all known purchasers directly. For more information, consumers can call Deere & Company at 800-537-8233 or visit www.deere.com and select “Product Recall Information” under the “Services & Support” menu.

The recalled product

Product

John Deere XUV590 and XUV590 S4 Gator™ utility vehicles

Manufacturer

Deere & Company, of Moline, Ill.

Category

Vehicle — Utility Vehicle

Hazard

• crash
• throttle-stick

Affected units

4,700

Distribution

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