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Product recall · CPSCNovember 14, 2016Serious
Hammerhead Off-Road Fun-Karts Due to Fuel Leak and Fire Hazards (Recall Alert)
The notice says to stop using it — see below for what to do.
What’s wrong
The fuel tank can crack and cause the fuel to leak out, posing a fire hazard.
The Recall Registry rates this serious — Fire or burn risk.
What it looks like
Photos help. Identifiers decide. Appearance can vary by color, finish or packaging. Confirm the model number, date code or other identifier in the official notice.
Recall image provided by CPSC
What to do
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled fun-karts and contact Hammerhead Off-Road to schedule a free replacement of the fuel tank. The firm is contacting all known purchasers directly.
Who to contact: Hammerhead Off-Road toll-free at 844-298-6528 from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. CT Monday through Friday, email at mail@hammerheadoffroad.com or www.hammerheadoffroad.com and click on "Latest News" for more information.
The product
This recall involves model year 2009 through 2015 Hammerhead Off-Road GL 150, GTS 150 and GTS Platinum fun-karts. The recalled fun-karts have two seats and a rear cargo rack and were sold in red, black, white, orange, blue and green. "GTS" is printed on the side cage and the hood of the GTS models and "Hammerhead" is printed on the hood of the GL models. Serial numbers are printed on the cross bar behind the seats. Model Year Model 2009 GTS 150 2010 GTS 150 2011 GTS 150 2011 GL 150 2012 GTS 150 2012 GL 150 2013 GTS 150 2013 GL 150 2014 GTS 150 2014 GL 150 2014 GTS Platinum 2015 GTS 150 2015 GL 150 2015 GTS Platinum
Details
- Units affected
- About 9,900
- Recall date
- November 14, 2016
- Brand
- Hammerhead Off-Road, of Flower Mound, Texas
- Injuries reported
- None reported
2009
Hammerhead Off-Road dealers nationwide from August 2009 through July 2016 for between $2,100 and $2,900.
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: “Hammerhead Off-Road Recalls Fun-Karts Due to Fuel Leak and Fire Hazards (Recall Alert)”
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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