Specifications
Safety Recalls
Japanese manufacturer safety recall affecting the lighting. Declared production window: 2021–2022.
On certain side-by-side UTVs, the owner's manual is missing information for how a person can contact Transport Canada to report a safety concern. Canadian regulations require all companies to provide this information in the owner's manual.
On certain side-by-side UTVs, the owner's manual is missing information for how a person can contact Transport Canada to report a safety concern. Canadian regulations require all companies to provide this information in the owner's manual.
On certain side-by-side UTVs, the owner's manual is missing information for how a person can contact Transport Canada to report a safety concern. Canadian regulations require all companies to provide this information in the owner's manual.
Japanese manufacturer safety recall affecting the electronic control. Declared production window: 2020–2024.
Known Issues
Water-cooled mower with 450 hours experienced head gasket failure and head crack, attributed to thermostat failure. Repair cost $1,000 with additional parts and labor expenses. Unit had less than 5 years of use when failure occurred.
John Deere 520 tractor experiencing an oil leak.
I have a 5203 John Deere with less than 700 hours, it's hard to start. JD says it needs $40000 worth of engine work. I always wanted a JD they are as per se the best. I am very disappointed with this tractor, and will probably never own another one.
My X520 water-cooled mower has 450 hrs, and the head gasket blew, causing the head to crack. They think the thermostat failed, causing the problem. I spent $6K on this, had less than 5 yrs and 450 hours. I bought it because it should last. The repair was $1K. John Deere would only give me 10% off parts and labor. I do not think I would ever spend the extra $$ (almost 2X other brands) on a Deere if
A hole in the side of the engine block appears to be leaking coolant. Engine oil is clean with no white residue, no smoke during operation, and coolant level is at radiator top.
Market Value
Hours Benchmark
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