John Deere Safety Recalls
Every NHTSA-recorded safety recall issued by John Deere — searchable by year, component, and severity. Data sourced daily from the U.S. Department of Transportation.
About John Deere recalls
John Deere has issued 10 NHTSA-tracked safety recalls spanning 5 years (from 1987 to 2005), affecting an estimated 17,196 vehicles. The most-recalled components are Fuel System, Gasoline, Parking Brake, Service Brakes, Hydraulic. Repairs for active recalls are free at any authorized John Deere dealer — there is no time limit on safety recalls.
Most-recalled components
The vehicle systems behind most John Deere safety recalls.
John Deere recalls by year
Browse 10 recalls across 5 years. Most recent first.
1990 1 recall
1989 1 recall
1987 6 recalls
John Deere Recall FAQ
Common questions about John Deere safety recalls, owner rights, and how to use this tracker.
How many recalls has John Deere issued?
John Deere has issued 10 NHTSA-tracked recalls covering approximately 17,196 vehicles since 1987. The most recent recall was reported 2005-04-05.
How do I check if my John Deere vehicle is under recall?
Enter your 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. NHTSA's lookup tool will list every active recall tied to your specific vehicle, including ones from John Deere and any sub-brand or component supplier.
Are John Deere recall repairs free?
Yes. Under federal law (49 U.S.C. § 30120), manufacturers including John Deere must remedy safety defects at no cost to the owner. Bring the recall notice or NHTSA recall ID to any authorized John Deere dealer and the repair (or replacement, or refund) is free.
Which John Deere components are most commonly recalled?
The top recalled components for John Deere are: Fuel System, Gasoline (3), Parking Brake (2), Service Brakes, Hydraulic (2), Structure (1). Recalls in these categories tend to drive the most repair-campaign volume.
Where does this John Deere recall data come from?
All data on this page is sourced directly from the U.S. Department of Transportation's public recall dataset (NHTSA), refreshed daily. Last update: 2026-05-22. This site is independent and not affiliated with John Deere.