Deere/cng engines
Defect Summary
Equipment description: 8.1 liter compressed natural gas (cng) engines. the electronic control module (ecm) in these engines contain a manufacturing defect which results in intermittent electrical contact and causes incorrect electronic signals to be sent to the engine throttle control.
Safety Consequence
This condition can create the potential for sudden acceleration or deceleration of the engine increasing the risk of a crash.
Corrective Action
Dealers will install a new, improved ecm and associated hardware. however, due to the potential serious consequences, all buses powered by these cng engines must be immediately removed from service.
Similar Recalls
Other recalls from John Deere or involving N/A.
FAQ: Recall 97E010000
Your rights, the repair process, and what each field on this page means.
What is recall 97E010000?
NHTSA recall 97E010000 was issued by John Deere on April 2, 1997. It addresses: Deere/cng engines. The recall affects approximately 198 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 97E010000 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.