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John Deere L130

2003–200523 HPgasolinelawn
A
Good
Score: 67.8/100
Recalls
322
Found
Known Issues
24
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Auction Records
0
No price data
Reliability
A
68/100

Specifications

Engine Power23 HP
Engine (kW)17 kW
Fuel Typegasoline
Transmissionbelt-driven hydrostatic
Categorylawn
Production Years2003–2005

Safety Recalls

322 found
Safety recall — John Deere JD-8R370 (Japanese market, reference 1241810)

Japanese manufacturer safety recall affecting the lighting. Declared production window: 2021–2022.

LightingJP
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.

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.

OtherCA
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.

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.

OtherCA
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.

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.

OtherCA
Safety recall — John Deere JD-7R310 (Japanese market, reference 1241260)

Japanese manufacturer safety recall affecting the electronic control. Declared production window: 2020–2024.

Electronic controlJP
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Known Issues

24 reported
5 low19 medium
CA: John Deere Review by Wilson from Staunton, VA (1/5 stars) On the thir
low

On the third day after delivery of a new L130, the engine would just stop while mowing but restart was instant. I should have recognized that there was an underlying problem. Now with 300 hours, engine is surging and I took it to James River Equipment. I was charged $161.00 to be told that it couldn't be repaired without a new carb ($200.00 out of their parts dept). Now estimate is up to $500.00 +

engine
CA: John Deere Review by Richard from 21755, MD (2/5 stars) My John Deere
medium

My John Deere L130 automatic lawn machine loses power after running for 15-20 minutes, and on a slight incline, it will go dead and stop moving.

cab
CA: John Deere Review by Tom from Hoover, AL (4/5 stars) I read a lot abo
medium

I read a lot about the L series mowers on here owned by people that obviously do not lubricate with grease, silicone, or change bearings or any other typical riding mower maintenance. My L 130 hums when my wife cuts the grass. I just keep it up for her. Stupid people won't sharpen a blade AND balance it. They won't wobble the spindles to check for dying bearings. They won’t grease the zerks. These

engine
CA: John Deere Review by Dean from Brule, WI (2/5 stars) Original owner
medium

Original owner. After 612 hrs my John Deere L130 lawn tractor started vibrating and within seconds the 22 hp kohler engine seized. Both connecting rods broke apart. I am always dutiful, performing regular maintenance. Burn only 91 octane, etc. I am in the process of rebuilding the engine. I think John Deere destroyed its reputation building poor quality mowers for the big box stores. When you spen

engine
CA: John Deere Review by Ken from Kent, OH (2/5 stars) I don't remember h
medium

I don't remember how long ago I bought my L130, but I bought it from dealer because they would deliver the 20 miles for free, whereas Lowe's would not deliver 5 miles w/o a $50 charge. Apparently a stroke of luck for me, from what I've read here. I'm rough on my Deere I'll admit, but so far no engine or transmission problems, (Knock on Wood). I mow about 1 1/4 acre with the front mostly level, wit

engine
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Market Value

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Hours Benchmark

Class: Compact (040 HP)
Low use150 /year
Typical300 /year
High use500 /year
Typical lifetime6,000 hours
Expected life15 years

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