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.
View The Official CPSC Recall Notice
Description:
This recall involves John Deere ZTrak Zero Turn Mowers with model numbers Z720E, Z730M, Z740R and Z760R with Kawasaki engines. The recalled mowers are green and yellow and have the model number and “John Deere” printed on the front of the mower below the seat. The serial number is located on the right side of the machine near the rear tire. The following are the serial number ranges of the mowers included in this recall:
| 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 |
Incidents/Injuries
Kawasaki has received five reports of fires and 26 reports of melting and/or smoking. No injuries have been reported.
Name of Product: John Deere ZTrak™ Zero Turn Mowers with Kawasaki Engines
Recall Date: January 2, 2025
Recall Number: 25-083
Hazard: 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.
Sold At: Authorized John Deere dealers nationwide from October 2018 through September 2024 for between $8,000 and $11,500.
Remedy: 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.
Units: About 39,000 (In addition, about 2,600 in Canada)
Consumer Directions and Contact
What Do I Do if My Product is Recalled?
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.
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