Deere Settles Lawsuit Over Equipment Repair Restrictions The Federal Trade Commission (FTC) has secured a significant win for American farmers, forcing John Deere to abandon its restrictive repair policies.
The settlement requires Deere to provide equal access to equipment repairs for 10 years and grant independent service providers access to crucial diagnostic resources.
The lawsuit, launched by the FTC and five states in January 2025, accused Deere of abusing its market power to stifle competition.