John Deere Owners Gain Right to Repair After FTC Settlement
The Federal Trade Commission and several state attorneys general have reached a right-to-repair settlement with John Deere, requiring the agricultural equipment manufacturer to allow farmers and independent shops to fix their own machinery. This agreement mandates that Deere make diagnostic and repair tools accessible beyond its authorized dealer network, addressing long-standing complaints about restricted repair services. The settlement also prohibits Deere dealers from retaliating against those who opt for independent repairs and requires the company to pay $1 million for antitrust enforcement costs, with a decade of compliance oversight.
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