JOHN DEERE JOHN DEERE 8.1 LITER ENGIN 6081HFN04 Recall
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According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)
Product
JOHN DEERE 8.1 LITER ENGIN 6081HFN04
Brand
JOHN DEERE
Lot Codes / Batch Numbers
Not specified in NHTSA notice. Check official source for details.
DEERE & COMPANY is recalling certain JOHN DEERE 8.1 LITER ENGIN 6081HFN04 equipment due to engine and engine cooling:engine:other fuel types:turbo/supercharger issues. FAILURE OF THE TURBINE OR COMPRESSOR WHEEL MAY RESULT IN SMOKE, FIRE AND STALLING..
Summary derived from NHTSA notice
Reason for Recall
As stated by NHTSA
DEERE & COMPANY IS RECALLING CERTAIN JOHN DEERE 8.1 LITER COMPRESSED NATURAL GAS ENGINES, MODEL NUMBER 6081HFN04, MANUFACTURED FROM JUNE 2002 THROUGH JANUARY 2008. FAILURES CAN OCCUR WITHIN THE ENGINE TURBOCHARGER. THE TURBINE OR COMPRESSOR WHEEL MAY FAIL, RESULTING IN SUBSEQUENT DAMAGE TO THE ENGINE AND/OR AN OIL LEAK.
Reported concern (NHTSA)
FAILURE OF THE TURBINE OR COMPRESSOR WHEEL MAY RESULT IN SMOKE, FIRE AND STALLING.
Recommended Action
Per NHTSA guidance
THE REMEDY FOR THIS RECALL IS EXPECTED TO BECOME AVAILABLE IN MARCH 2013. NOTIFICATION TO VEHICLE MANUFACTURERS BEGAN ON SEPTEMBER 5, 2012.
Verify this information on the official source
For complete details and official instructions, check the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) directly.
View official NHTSA recall noticePage updated: Jan 10, 2026