CONSUMER SAFETY ALERT

The fuel tank can leak from a gap in the seam at the base of the filler neck, posing a fire hazard.
Official Consumer Product Safety Recall • September 16, 2008

Deere & Company Recalls Gator XUV Utility Vehicles Due to Fire Hazard

The recalled utility vehicle is Model 620i. The model number is painted on the side of the vehicle. The recall includes the following serial numbers. The serial number plate is on the vehicle's frame in front of the passenger side rear fender. Model Serial Number Ranges XUV 620i Gas (Como) M0XUVGC020001 thru M0XUVGC020959 XUV 620i Gas (Olive) M0XUVGT021581 thru M0XUVGT021808 XUV 620i Gas (Green) M0XUVGX023930, M0XUVGX023941, M0XUVGX023956, M0XUVGX023961 thru M0XUVGX023962 M0XUVGX023968 thru M0XUVGX025507

Required Consumer Action

Consumers should stop using the recalled utility vehicles immediately and contact any John Deere dealer to schedule a free inspection and repair. Keep fuel tank below half full until the repair is made. Registered owners were sent direct mail notification of this recall.

Contact Information

For additional information, contact Deere & Company at (800) 537-8233 between 8 a.m. and 6p.m. ET Monday through Friday, and Saturday between 9 a.m. and 3 p.m. ET, or visit the firm's Web site at www.johndeere.com

Recall Details

Sold At
John Deere dealers nationwide from April 2008 through August 2008 for about $10,000.
Injuries
Deere & Company has received seven reports of fuel tank leaks. No fires or injuries have been reported.
Manufacturer
Deere & Company, of Moline, Ill.
Recall Number
08606

Product Information

Product Name
John Deere Gator XUV 620i Utility Vehicles
Product Type
Utility, Off-Road Vehicles/Golf Carts
Number of Units
About 2,500
Manufacturer Name
Deere & Company, of Moline, Ill.
Manufactured In
United States

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Full Contact Information

For additional information, contact Deere & Company at (800) 537-8233 between 8 a.m. and 6p.m. ET Monday through Friday, and Saturday between 9 a.m. and 3 p.m. ET, or visit the firm's Web site at www.johndeere.com