Here are some notable cases involving John Deere bulldozer malfunctions and product liability:

1. John Deere Co. v. May

   • Citation: 773 S.W.2d 369
   • URL: John Deere Co. v. May
   • Date Filed: May 18, 1989
   • Citation Count: 53
   • Summary: This case involved a product liability and wrongful death suit against John Deere after a bulldozer allegedly shifted from neutral to reverse, resulting in a fatal accident. The court affirmed a judgment for the plaintiffs.

2. JOHN DEERE CONST. EQUIPMENT CO. v. England

   • Citation: 883 So. 2d 173
   • URL: JOHN DEERE CONST. EQUIPMENT CO. v. England
   • Date Filed: October 24, 2003
   • Citation Count: 3
   • Summary: This case involved issues with John Deere skidders, focusing on hydraulic system problems and subsequent updates issued by Deere.

3. Kupetz v. Deere & Co., Inc.

   • Citation: 644 A.2d 1213, 435 Pa. Super. 16
   • URL: Kupetz v. Deere & Co., Inc.
   • Date Filed: May 23, 1994
   • Citation Count: 23
   • Summary: The case addressed the "crashworthiness" doctrine in a product liability action involving a John Deere bulldozer that lacked a rollover protection system.

4. Simon v. Nortrax N.E., LLC

   • Citation: 94 A.D.3d 861, 941 N.Y.S.2d 706
   • URL: Simon v. Nortrax N.E., LLC
   • Date Filed: April 10, 2012
   • Citation Count: 0
   • Summary: This case involved a claim of negligent repair and maintenance against a John Deere dealership after a dump truck accident allegedly caused by brake failure.

5. Boswell v. John Deere Co.

   • Citation: 405 So. 2d 576
   • URL: Boswell v. John Deere Co.
   • Date Filed: October 7, 1981
   • Citation Count: 0
   • Summary: The plaintiff alleged that a John Deere skidder was defective in design and manufacture, leading to a severe accident.

These cases illustrate various legal challenges related to alleged malfunctions and defects in John Deere bulldozers and related equipment. They highlight issues such as product liability, negligence, and the adequacy of safety features.

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