John Deere Recalls Compact Utility Loaders Due To Injury Hazard (Recall Alert)

Recall date

May 24, 2018

Source

U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC)

Recall number

18745

Brand / firm

Deere & Company, of Moline, Ill.

Sold / distributed

John Deere dealers nationwide from May 2017 through September 2017 for about $3,600.

Why it was recalled

Information about the proper ballast when the loader is attached to a John Deere model 2025R tractor is missing from the operator's manual. If improperly ballasted, the tractor can be unstable and create a risk of injury to the operator or bystanders.

What was recalled

This recall involves John Deere model 120R loaders that attach to 2025R tractors. The recalled loaders are mostly green with yellow accents. The model number 120R is located on both sides of the loader. The serial number is located on the inside of the left boom arm of the loader. A list of serial numbers included in this recall is available at www.JohnDeere.com/120R-Loader-OM-Recall

What to do

Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled loaders and contact an authorized John Deere dealer for a free correction of the operator's manual. John Deere is contacting all known purchasers of the recalled loaders directly.. Follow the official notice for full instructions.