Stop using nowConsumer product recall · CPSC · Published August 19, 2021
John Deere Tractors Recall: Wheel Spacer Bolts May Fall Off Causing Injury
John Deere recalls compact utility tractors with model numbers 4044M, 4044R, 4052M, 4052R, 4066M, 4066R. Improperly torqued wheel spacer bolts can cause wheel detachment, leading to tractor overturning and operator injury.
Rear wheel spacer bolts that were torqued improperly during manufacturing can cause the wheel to fall off during use. This can result in the tractor overturning, posing an injury hazard to the operator.
John Deere is recalling compact utility tractors with specific model numbers because improperly torqued wheel spacer bolts can cause the wheel to fall off during use. This poses a risk of the tractor overturning, which could injure the operator. Read more at govinfonow.com/recall/2777-john-deere-tractors-recall-wheel-spacer-bolts-may-fall-off.
“John Deere Tractors Recall: Wheel Spacer Bolts May Fall Off Causing Injury.” GovInfoNow, updated August 3, 2026. https://govinfonow.com/recall/2777-john-deere-tractors-recall-wheel-spacer-bolts-may-fall-off. Based on CPSC recall #9132 (https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2021/John-Deere-Recalls-Compact-Utility-Tractors-Due-to-Risk-of-Injury-Recall-Alert).
The Consumer Product Safety Commission announced on August 19, 2021, that John Deere is recalling compact utility tractors due to the risk of injury from wheels falling off. Owners should immediately stop using the tractors and contact an authorized dealer for a free inspection and repair.
How to tell if you have it
John Deere compact utility tractors
Model numbers: 4044M, 4044R, 4052M, 4052R, 4066M, or 4066R
Serial numbers beginning with 1LV (full list at www.JohnDeere.com/WheelSpacerBoltRecall)
Sold at John Deere dealers nationwide from December 2020 through June 2021
What to do
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled tractors and contact an authorized John Deere dealer for a free inspection and repair of the wheel mounting bolts. John Deere is contacting all known purchasers directly. Consumers may also call Deere & Company at 800-537-8233 from 8 a.m. to 6 p.m. ET Monday through Friday, 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. ET on Saturday, or visit www.deere.com.
The hazard
According to the CPSC, rear wheel spacer bolts that were torqued improperly during manufacturing can cause the wheel to fall off during use. This can result in the tractor overturning, posing an injury hazard to the operator. John Deere has received one report of a wheel falling off, but no injuries have been reported.
Context
GovInfoNow's records show Deere & Company has 23 other recalls on record since October 27, 2010. Other recent recalls of similar products include John Deere Gator Utility Vehicles Recall (May 20, 2021), John Deere Compact Utility Tractor Recall (October 31, 2019), and John Deere Gator Utility Vehicles Recalled (September 4, 2019). Other recent recalls of similar products include Konges Sløjd Scooter Recall (November 6, 2025), Joolz Aer2 Car Seat Adapters Recall (June 18, 2026), and Yamaha 2021-2022 Fleet Golf Cars Recall (June 11, 2026).
How to tell if you have this one
Check for model numbers 4044M, 4044R, 4052M, 4052R, 4066M, or 4066R printed on the hood. Also look for a serial number starting with 1LV on the frame near the engine.
Brand
John Deere
Product
John Deere compact utility tractors
Category
Consumer product
Based on the official CPSC remedy
What to do — step by step
Stop Using Tractor Now
Immediately stop using the recalled tractors as they pose a risk of wheel detachment and overturning.
Contact Dealer for Repair
Contact an authorized John Deere dealer for a free inspection and repair of the wheel mounting bolts.
Official remedy
What CPSC says to do
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled tractors and contact an authorized John Deere dealer for a free inspection and repair of the wheel mounting bolts. John Deere is contacting all known purchasers directly.
Where it went
Where it was sold
Sold nationwide.
Nationwide
Not listed
CPSC “Sold at”: “John Deere dealers nationwide from December 2020 through June 2021 for between $30,000 and $56,000.”
Sold nationwide.
Take action
Contact John Deere
We’ve drafted a message you can send John Deere to request your refund or repair — edit it as you like.
Subject: Recall 9132 — John Deere Tractors Recall: Wheel Spacer Bolts May Fall Off Causing Injury
Hello,
I own a John Deere Tractors Recall: Wheel Spacer Bolts May Fall Off Causing Injury that is covered by recall 9132 from John Deere.
The official recall notice states: Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled tractors and contact an authorized John Deere dealer for a free inspection and repair of the wheel mounting bolts. John Deere is contacting all known purchasers directly.
I’m writing to arrange the remedy described in the recall (a refund, repair, or replacement as applicable). Could you please tell me the next steps to resolve this?
Thank you.
The facts (hazard, remedy, dates, manufacturer) are pulled from the official CPSC recall record. The plain-language summary and step-by-step checklist are written by GovInfoNow to make the official notice easier to act on — they don’t replace it.
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