Engine surging
Defect Summary
Certain john deere 8.1l compressed natural gas engines models hfn01 and hfn03 manufactured between may 2000 and november 2003 and used on school and transit buses. the engine control unit and throttle can unexpectedly surge. these units fail to conform to federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 124, accelerator control systems.
Safety Consequence
A sudden engine surge could possibly result in a vehicle crash.
Corrective Action
John deere will notify owners and will update the engine control unit software free of charge. the recall began august 5, 2005. owners may contact john deere at 1-800-jd-engine.
Similar Recalls
Other recalls from John Deere or involving N/A.
FAQ: Recall 05E025000
Your rights, the repair process, and what each field on this page means.
What is recall 05E025000?
NHTSA recall 05E025000 was issued by John Deere on April 5, 2005. It addresses: Engine surging. The recall affects approximately 1,396 vehicles, with the defect involving the N/A component.
How do I get this recall repaired?
Contact any authorized John Deere dealer and reference NHTSA recall ID 05E025000 or the manufacturer campaign number NR (Not Reported). Under federal law, the repair is completely free regardless of vehicle age or owner history.
Is my vehicle included in this recall?
The only way to confirm is to look up your 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. NHTSA's tool will tell you if VIN-by-VIN this exact recall applies.
How long do I have to get a recall repair done?
There is no expiration on most federal safety recalls. Even if your vehicle is years old and you bought it used, the manufacturer is required to perform the repair at no cost.
Where does the data on this page come from?
All information on this page is sourced directly from the U.S. Department of Transportation public dataset for NHTSA recalls. Last refreshed: 2026-05-22. For the most current official notice, visit nhtsa.gov/recalls.