John Deere Recalls Frontier Rotary Tillers Due to Injury Hazard (Recall Alert)
CPSC Recall Notice
Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) — official agency notice for recall CPSC-8983.
This recall involves John Deere's Frontier-branded rotary tillers for use with compact utility tractors. "Frontier" and model RT1142, RT1149, RT1157, RT1165, RT1173, RT1181, RT3042, RT3042R, RT3049, RT3049R, RT3062, or RT3062R are printed on the back of the tiller. A complete list of serial numbers included in this recall along with the location of the serial number is available at: www.JohnDeere.com/FrontierTillerRecall.
Corrective Action (per CPSC)
Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) — official agency notice for recall CPSC-8983.
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled rotary tillers and contact an authorized John Deere dealer for a free inspection and repair. John Deere is contacting all known purchasers directly.
✅ What you should do
- Stop using the product if you own it.
- Check the model number, lot code, or sell-by date against the recall notice above.
- Contact John Deere Dealers Nationwide From May 2019 Through November 2020 For Between About $2,000 And $3,200. or the retailer where you bought it for a refund, replacement, or repair.
- For the most current official instructions, visit the CPSC recall page.
- If you've been hurt by this product, report the incident to CPSC.
Consumer Contact (per CPSC)
Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) — official agency notice for recall CPSC-8983.
Deere & Company at 800-537-8233 from 8 a.m. to 6 p.m. ET Monday through Friday, and Saturday from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. ET, or online at www.deere.com and select Product Recall Information on the drop-down menu under Services & Support for more information.
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John Deere Dealers Nationwide From May 2019 Through November 2020 For Between About $2,000 And $3,200. Recall FAQ
John Deere Dealers Nationwide From May 2019 Through November 2020 For Between About $2,000 And $3,200. is the subject of a consumer products recall: John Deere Recalls Frontier Rotary Tillers Due to Injury Hazard (Recall Alert). The notice was published on January 7, 2021 by the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC). Approximately 1,740 units are potentially affected.