John Deere issued a recall on Sept. 26, 2024, for the 1023E, 1025R and 2025R compact utility tractors, reports the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission. The front bell crank linkage can fail causing the tractor to lose braking, resulting in a crash hazard.
About 147,900 units are included in the recall in the U.S., along with about 16,800 units that were sold in Canada.
There have been 4 reports of brake linkage failings, including one hospitalization and two impact injuries and minor property damage to the tractors.
The recalled tractors are green and yellow, and were sold with both opened and closed operator stations. The serial numbers of tractors included in this recall can be found at www.deere.com. Click on “Parts & Service” and scroll to “Recall” or go to www.deere.com/en/parts-and-service/recall-information/. The serial number is located on the frame, on the front right side of the tractor, near the engine.
