The Recall Desk
HighCPSC·19776·Announced 2019-09-04

John Deere Recalls XUV835 Gator Utility Vehicles Due to Throttle Hazard

John Deere is recalling about 19,730 XUV835 Gator utility vehicles because the throttle cable sheathing can melt, causing the throttle to stick and posing a crash 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 (utility vehicle) where the throttle can stick, posing a crash hazard. Although nine incidents were reported, the source explicitly states that no injuries have been reported, which aligns with the 'High' severity criteria for risk-of-harm products without reported injury.

Plain-English summary

Deere & Company is recalling approximately 19,730 John Deere XUV835 Gator utility vehicles in the United States. The recall involves vehicles with model number "XUV835" printed on the hood and "John Deere" and "Gator" printed on the cargo box. The serial number is located on the frame directly above the right front tire and begins with 1M0835, falling within specific ranges listed in the recall notice. The vehicles were sold in green and yellow, olive drab, and camouflage colors, featuring side-by-side seating for two or three people.

The recall is due to a hazard where the plastic sheathing on the throttle cable can melt due to improper routing. This melting can cause the throttle to stick, potentially preventing the operator from stopping the vehicle and resulting in a crash. John Deere has received reports of nine incidents related to this issue, but no injuries have been reported.

The recalled vehicles were sold by John Deere dealers nationwide from November 2017 through July 2019 for between $13,860 and $22,930. Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled vehicles and contact an authorized John Deere dealer for a free inspection and repair of the improperly routed throttle cables. John Deere is also contacting all known purchasers directly. For more information, consumers can contact Deere & Company at 800-537-8233 or visit www.deere.com.

The recalled product

Product
John Deere XUV835 Gator utility vehicles
Manufacturer
Deere & Company, of Moline, Ill.
Category
Vehicle — Utility Vehicle
Hazard
Affected units
19,730

Distribution

Distributed nationwide across the United States.

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