John Deere recall: Steering may fail
Yes – some of these vehicles are being recalled
- What's wrong
- The steering shaft has the potential to separate from the steering rack assembly. If this occurs it may result in a loss of vehicle steering control.
- What to do
- Contact a John Deere dealer to book the free repair. Recall the machines that are likely to be affected and ensure the locating plate is fitted correctly. An additional plate will be fitted to ensure the locating plate cannot come…
Source: Driver and Vehicle Standards Agency (DVSA)
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What’s wrong
The steering shaft has the potential to separate from the steering rack assembly. If this occurs it may result in a loss of vehicle steering control.
The fix
Recall the machines that are likely to be affected and ensure the locating plate is fitted correctly. An additional plate will be fitted to ensure the locating plate cannot come out of its fixing.
Vehicles affected
| Model | Built from | Built to | Vehicles |
|---|---|---|---|
| GATOR XUV824 S4 | 1 Mar 2012 | 30 Nov 2017 | 6,204 |
| GATOR XUV855 S4 Crossover | 1 Mar 2012 | 30 Nov 2017 | 6,204 |
| GATOR XUV825 | 1 Mar 2012 | 30 Nov 2017 | 6,204 |
| GATOR XUV855 | 1 Mar 2012 | 30 Nov 2017 | 6,204 |
How to check your vehicle
Use the official DVSA checker with your registration number to see if your exact vehicle is included. If it is, the manufacturer should have written to the registered keeper. The repair is free, even if you bought the vehicle second-hand.
Updated 4 January 2018. This page summarises an official notice. Details can change – always follow the official notice.