Recall 89V-144: 1987–1988 John Deere RV1000, 1987–1988 John Deere RV1200

DEERE AND COMPANY recall for parking brake, reported to NHTSA on Aug 28, 1989, covering about 231 vehicles.

NHTSA number
89V-144
Report date
Aug 28, 1989
Vehicles affected
231
Owners notified
Oct 16, 1989

The problem

Park brake acuator lever could fail and brake would not engage when the gear shift lever is put in the "p" park position.

The risk

Vehicle could move after it is parked, creating potentialfor a crash and injury.

The fix

Replace park brake actuator lever with lever of heavier duty design.

Notes

System: park brake.vehicle description: vehicle chassis 16,000 and 18,000 lbs. Used in commercialapplication such as tour buses.

Recall details

ManufacturerDEERE AND COMPANY
ComponentParking Brake › Conventional › Mechanical
Recall started byNHTSA (Office of Defects Investigation)
NHTSA campaign number89V144000

Vehicles in this recall

VehicleModel years
John Deere RV10001987, 1988All years
John Deere RV12001987, 1988All years

Not every vehicle of these model years is included. Enter your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls ↗ or ask a dealer.

Frequently asked questions

What is recall 89V-144?

Park brake acuator lever could fail and brake would not engage when the gear shift lever is put in the "p" park position.

How is recall 89V-144 fixed?

Replace park brake actuator lever with lever of heavier duty design.

Is the recall repair free?

Yes. Safety recall repairs are free at authorized dealers. Check whether your vehicle is included with its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.