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ATVs Recalled By KYMCO Due to Loss of Speed ControlDate: 7/3/2008
Reason: A manufacturing defect in the carburetor can cause the throttle to stick open, posing a risk of serious injury or death to the rider.
The following product safety recall was voluntarily conducted by the firm in cooperation with the CPSC. Consumers should stop using the product immediately unless otherwise instructed. Name of Product: 2008 Model Year Mongoose Youth ATVs Units: About 1,700 Importer: KYMCO USA, of Spartanburg, S.C. Hazard: A manufacturing defect in the carburetor can cause the throttle to stick open, posing a risk of serious injury or death to the rider. Incidents/Injuries: None reported. Description: This recall involves model year 2008 Mongoose 50cc, 70cc and 90cc Youth ATVs. KYMCO is printed on a label located on the front of the vehicle, and the model name is printed on a label located on each side of the fuel tank. Sold by: KYMCO dealers nationwide from August 2007 through June 2008 for between $1,700 and $2,100. Manufactured in: Taiwan Remedy: Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled ATVs and contact any authorized KYMCO dealer to schedule a free repair. Registered owners were sent direct mail notification of this recall. Consumer Contact: For additional information, contact KYMCO USA toll-free at (888) 235-3417 anytime, or visit the firm's Web site at www.kymcousa.com Other Outdoors Recalls and Alerts of InterestDate: 7/3/2008 Reason: The quick release devices can unexpectedly fail or break when locked in position on the bicycle, causing the rider to lose control, which poses a serious fall hazard. Distribution: Nationwide Date: 6/19/2008 Reason: The utility vehicle’s throttle cable can freeze in freezing temperatures. This can cause the engine not to return to idle when the driver takes his or her foot off the accelerator pedal. Distribution: Nationwide Date: 6/19/2008 Reason: Some of the bolts included in the clamp kits (or sold separately) if installed incorrectly can break under extreme force such as a crash. This can cause the handlebars to separate posing a risk of serious injury to the rider. Distribution: Nationwide Date: 6/19/2008 Reason: Friction between the fuel hose and the cylinder head cover can cause the hose to pierce. This can cause fuel to leak out, posing a fire hazard. Distribution: Nationwide. Date: 7/16/2008 Reason: EPA did not approve the product label, which indicates the product will be effective for twelve months against certain pests, including scorpions and fire ants (public health pests of concern). Distribution: Nationwide Date: 6/12/2008 Reason: Ventilation: Label; Certification Distribution: Nationwide |
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