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John Deere owners will get the right to repair their own equipment under a new FTC settlement
By AP via Scripps News Group at NewsChannel 5 WTVF (CBS affiliate)
· July 9, 2026
· 3 min read
It looks like John Deere owners can soon feel free to fix their own machines.The Federal Trade Commission and attorneys general from several states secured a right-to-repair settlement Wednesday with agriculture equipment giant Deere & Co. commonly known as John Deere that requires the company ...
Key takeaway IN CASE YOU MISSED IT | Colorado becomes 1st to pass 'right to repair' for farmersThis marks the second right-to-repair settlement Deere has reached this year, following a separate $99 million class-action settlement with farmers in April.
Why this matters in The Nashville
Nashville 's agricultural community may soon benefit from the Federal Trade Commission's settlement with Deere & Co, as local farmers and independent repair shops will have increased access to diagnostic and repair tools for their equipment. This development could have a significant impact on the local economy, as farmers will no longer be forced to rely on authorized dealers for repairs, potentially saving time and money. The settlement's requirement that Deere make its repair services available to equipment owners and independent shops could also lead to the growth of local repair businesses, creating new job opportunities in the area. As the settlement awaits approval from Judge Iain D. Johnston, Nashville's farmers and agricultural businesses will be watching closely to see how this new right-to-repair policy is implemented and how it will affect their operations. The city's strong agricultural roots make this settlement particularly relevant to the local community.
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Category: government ·
Published: July 9, 2026 ·
Source: NewsChannel 5 WTVF (CBS affiliate) ·
Reading time: 3 min
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