CPSC Recall in 2021: John Deere Recalls Compact Utility Tractors Due to Risk of Injury (Recall Alert)

Updated on January 18, 2026.

See the recall details below. You can also see similar information for other consumer product recalls in 2021.

Data Source: CPSC.

Recall Number: 21-776

Date: August 19, 2021

Product Name: John Deere compact utility tractors

Recall Description:

This recall involves John Deere compact utility tractors with model numbers 4044M, 4044R, 4052M, 4052R, 4066M or 4066R printed on the hood. The recalled compact utility tractors were sold in green and yellow and come in both open operator station and cab configurations.  “John Deere” is also printed on the hood. The serial number is located on the frame on the front right side of the machine near the engine and begins with 1LV. A list of serial numbers included in this recall is available at www.JohnDeere.com/WheelSpacerBoltRecall. 

Hazard Description:

Rear wheel spacer bolts that were torqued improperly during manufacturing can cause the wheel to fall off during use. This can result in the tractor overturning, posing an injury hazard to the operator.  

Consumer Action:

Remedy Type:

Repair

Units: About 200

Incidents:

John Deere has received one report of a wheel falling off. No injuries have been reported.

Sold At:

John Deere dealers nationwide from December 2020 through June 2021 for between $30,000 and $56,000.

Manufactured In:

U.S.