January 16, 2008

John Deere Tractors 

Name of Product: John Deere Compact Utility Tractors

Units: About 5,400

Manufacturer: Deere & Company, of Moline, Ill.

Hazard: The forward drive pedal can get stuck, posing a risk of loss of control and injury to the operator and bystanders.

Description: The recalled tractor is model number 3203, which is painted on the side of the tractor. The recall includes the following serial numbers:

LV3203H000001 through LV3203H000010
LV3203H190001 through LV3203H193434
LV3203H393093
LV3203H394001 through LV3203H396669

The serial number plate is located on the tractor’s frame above the right front wheel.

Sold by: John Deere dealers nationwide from September 2005 through December 2007 for about $15,500.

Remedy: Consumers should stop using the recalled vehicles immediately and contact any John Deere dealer to schedule a free repair. Registered owners were sent direct mail notification of this recall.

Consumer Contact: : For additional information, contact Deere & Company at (800) 537-8233 between 8 a.m. and 6 p.m. ET Monday through Friday and between 9 a.m. and 3 p.m. ET Saturday, or visit the firm’s Web site at http://www.deere.com/en_US/homeowners/safety/recalls.html