CPSC Recall in 2017: John Deere Recalls Compact Utility Tractors Due to Injury Hazard (Recall Alert)

Updated on January 18, 2026.

See the recall details below. You can also see similar information for other consumer product recalls in 2017.

Data Source: CPSC.

Recall Number: 18-705

Date: December 12, 2017

Product Name: John Deere Compact Utility Tractors

Recall Description:

This recall involves John Deere model 1023E and 1025R compact utility tractors. They are green and yellow with “John Deere” and the model number printed on the hood of the tractor. The serial number is located on the right side of the frame by the front right tire. A complete list of serial numbers included in this recall is available at www.JohnDeere.com/1023E-1025R-ROPSbolt-Recall

Hazard Description:

The rollover protective structure (ROPS) at the back of the tractor can loosen and fail to protect the operator in a rollover accident, posing a risk of injury. 

Consumer Action:

Remedy Type:

Repair

Units: About 3,300 (in addition, 380 were sold in Canada)

Incidents:

None reported

Sold At:

John Deere dealers nationwide from March 2017 through October 2017 for between $12,000 and $13,900.

Manufactured In:

United States