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Product recall · CPSCJanuary 2, 2008Serious
ATVs Recalled By KYMCO Due to Suspension Failure; Riders Can Lose Control of Vehicle
The notice says to stop using it — see below for what to do.
What’s wrong
The pivot bolts holding the rear suspension onto the frame can become loose, causing the rear swing arm to detach from the chassis, posing a risk of injury or death to the operator.
The Recall Registry rates this serious — The agency describes a risk of serious injury or death.
What it looks like
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What to do
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled ATVs and contact an authorized KYMCO dealer in their area to schedule a free repair. Registered owners were sent direct mail notification of this recall.
Who to contact: For additional information, consumers can contact KYMCO USA at (888) 235-3417 anytime or visit the firm's Web site at www.kymcousa.com
The product
This recall involves all model year 2006-2008 MXU 500 ATVs. The vehicle is identified by a label on the front as KYMCO and the model is determined by a label located on each side of the fuel tank as MXU 500.
Details
- Units affected
- 1350
- Recall date
- January 2, 2008
- Brand
- KYMCO USA, of Spartanburg, S.C.
- Injuries reported
- Yes
- What has been reported
- KYMCO has received six reports of incidents, including two reports of minor injuries.
KYMCO dealers nationwide from November 2006 through December 2007 for between $6,000 and $6,500.
The official notice
This recall was issued by the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission. The Recall Registry summarises it — always confirm the details at the source.
Their exact wording: “ATVs Recalled By KYMCO Due to Suspension Failure; Riders Can Lose Control of Vehicle”
Worried about the other things in your house? You can write down what you have and be told if one is recalled — or, if you sell second-hand, check your whole stock at once.
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