John Deere has recalled approximately 730 Frontier-branded grooming mowers (models FM3012, GM1060, GM1072, GM1084, GM1190, GM3060, and GM3072) used with compact tractors. The mower's drivelines may have been assembled incorrectly, which can prevent the safety shield from spinning as intended. These mowers were sold at John Deere dealers nationwide between April 2018 and May 2019 for between $3,100 and $16,700. John Deere is offering a free repair for all affected units.
If the safety shield fails to spin independently from the driveline, it can catch a user's clothing or body parts, creating a serious risk of entanglement and severe injury. While no injuries have been reported, the defect poses a direct physical hazard during operation.
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled mowers and contact an authorized John Deere dealer for a free repair. John Deere is contacting all known purchasers directly.
Recalled John Deere’s Frontier Flex-Wing Grooming mower
Recalled John Deere’s Frontier Grooming mower
If you or a family member were harmed by this recalled product, you may have legal rights. Consider consulting a consumer protection attorney to understand your options for compensation.
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Sources: CPSC Notice · Raw API Response