Specifications
Safety Recalls
Japanese manufacturer safety recall affecting the electronic control. Declared production window: 2020–2024.
Japanese manufacturer safety recall affecting the electronic control. Declared production window: 2020–2024.
Japanese manufacturer safety recall affecting the electronic control. Declared production window: 2020–2024.
Japanese manufacturer safety recall affecting the wiring. Declared production window: 2021–2022.
Japanese manufacturer safety recall affecting the wiring. Declared production window: 2021–2022.
Known Issues
Model 450 baler with approximately 2,000 hours experienced repeated gearbox failures requiring 2 replacements, PTO shaft replacement, and multiple sensor replacements within 2 years of operation.
Brake pad pieces discovered in hydraulic fluid during sump screen inspection, indicating brake pad wear or failure contaminating the hydraulic system.
Model 450 baler with ~2,000 hours experienced repeated gearbox failures (2 replacements), PTO shaft replacement, multiple sensor replacements after 2 years. Called 'lemon'; dealer/Deere unresponsive.
950 model has been problematic with unspecified issues causing significant maintenance concerns.
Tractor became stuck in neutral and cannot engage forward or reverse gears after implement (flail mower) stopped functioning during operation. No visible damage reported.
Market Value
Hours Benchmark
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