John Deere Gator Xuv824 S4: Steering May Fail
John Deere is recalling approximately 24,816 Gator XUV models (824 S4, 855 S4 Crossover, 825, and 855) because the steering shaft can separate from the steering rack assembly, potentially causing loss of steering control. The fix involves checking that the locating plate is installed correctly and adding an additional plate to prevent it from coming loose. This recall applies to vehicles distributed in the United Kingdom.
- Recalling firm
- JOHN DEERE
- Product
- Vehicles: JOHN DEERE GATOR XUV824 S4, JOHN DEERE GATOR XUV855 S4 Crossover, JOHN DEERE GATOR XUV825, JOHN DEERE GATOR XUV855. Units affected: 24,816
- Reason
- 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. Remedy: 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.
- Category
- vehicle recall
- Country
- United Kingdom
- Agency
- UK Driver and Vehicle Standards Agency
- Recall date
- 2018-01-04
- Status
- Ongoing
- Distribution
- United Kingdom
Official recall notice from UK Driver and Vehicle Standards Agency
Recall details on Nibble Recalls: https://trynibble.app/recalls/275922f8-c449-4266-9959-0882db1ab799