Kawasaki Motors USA Recalls John Deere ZTrak Zero Turn Mowers with Kawasaki Engines Due to Fire and Burn Hazards
The voltage regulator in the mower's engine can fail during use or while the product is being stored, causing the engine to overheat, posing fire and burn hazards.
Affected Units: 39,000
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Description
This recall involves John Deere ZTrak Zero Turn Mowers with model numbers Z720E, Z730M, Z740R and Z760R with Kawasaki engines. Model Start Serial Number End Serial Number Z720E 1TC720E****010001 1TC720E****080657 Z730M 1TC730M****010001 1TC730M****080574 Z740R 1TC740R****010001 1TC740R****080462 Z760R 1TC760R****080001 1TC760R****080339
Sold At
Authorized John Deere dealers nationwide from October 2018 through September 2024 for between $8,000 and $11,500.
Manufacturer
Kawasaki Motors Manufacturing Corp. U.S.A. (engine manufacturer), of Maryville, Missouri
Country of Origin
United States
Reported Incidents
Kawasaki has received five reports of fires and 26 reports of melting and/or smoking. No injuries have been reported.
Remedy Details
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled mowers and contact an authorized John Deere dealer for a free repair. Kawasaki and John Deere are contacting all known purchasers directly.
Contact Information
Deere & Company at 800-537-8233 from 8 a.m. to 6 p.m. ET Monday through Friday and 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. ET Saturday, or online at www.deere.com and click on "Recalls" on the drop-down menu under "Parts & Service" located at the top of the webpage or click on https://www.deere.com/en/parts-and-service/recall-information/ for more information. Kawasaki Motors Corp. USA toll-free at 866-836-4463 from 8 a.m. to 6 p.m. ET Monday through Friday, or online at www.kawasakienginesusa.com/product-recall.html or www.kawasakienginesusa.com and click on "Product Recalls" at the top of the homepage for more information.
Available Remedies
Recommended Actions
- 1Stop using the product immediately. Do not continue to use, sell, or distribute the recalled product.
- 2Check if you have the recalled product. Verify the brand, model number, lot codes, or UPC listed in the recall.
- 3Follow the remedy instructions. Contact the manufacturer to arrange for a free repair.
- 4Visit the official recall page for complete details, contact information, and deadline information (if applicable).
Official Recall Information
For the most accurate and up-to-date information, including contact details and deadlines, please visit the official recall page from CPSC.
View Official Recall PageNeed more help? If you have questions or have experienced issues with this product, you can:
- Contact the manufacturer or retailer where you purchased the product
- Report an incident to SaferProducts.gov
- Consult with the CPSC for additional guidance