Fuel:fuel lines fittings and pump
Defect Summary
The open design guide sleeve for the plunger in the engine injection pump may contain a steel burr that can lodge between the guide sleeve and the plunger causing an increase in stress at a notch in the sleeve and resulting in cracking of the sleeve.
Safety Consequence
The cracked guide sleeve may bind the fuel control rack,resulting in a loss of engine speed control.
Corrective Action
The injection pumps will be replaced on all engines.
Similar Recalls
Other recalls from John Deere or involving Fuel System, Gasoline.
FAQ: Recall 87E024000
Your rights, the repair process, and what each field on this page means.
What is recall 87E024000?
NHTSA recall 87E024000 was issued by John Deere on July 2, 1987. It addresses: Fuel:fuel lines fittings and pump. The recall affects approximately 62 vehicles, with the defect involving the Fuel System, Gasoline component.
How do I get this recall repaired?
Contact any authorized John Deere dealer and reference NHTSA recall ID 87E024000 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.