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Product recall · CPSCJanuary 3, 2007Serious
Nitrous Oxide Systems Snowmobile and ATV NOS Kit Bottles that Can Forcefully Burst
The notice says to stop using it — see below for what to do.
What’s wrong
An incorrect burst disc, a component of the NOS bottle valve, may have been installed in the recalled NOS Kits. If the bottle is overfilled and overheated, it could forcefully burst, posing an impact injury hazard to consumers.
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 stop using the recalled NOS system for snowmobiles and ATVs immediately and contact NOS to have the burst disc replaced. Registered owners have been notified about this recall by mail.
Who to contact: To return the product or for more information, please call Nitrous Oxide Systems toll-free at (800) 638-0032 between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m. ET Monday through Friday.
The product
NOS kits for these vehicles provide extra power for the engine. The recall involves certain NOS nitrous oxide systems designed for snowmobiles and ATVs. The valves were manufactured between February 1, 2006 and September 26, 2006. The date code is located on the NOS packaging.
Details
- Units affected
- About 16
- Recall date
- January 3, 2007
- Made or distributed by
- Nitrous Oxide Systems, of Bowling Green, Ky.
- Injuries reported
- None reported
- What has been reported
- No incidents or injuries reported.
Nitrous Oxide Systems dealers nationwide from February 2006 through November 2006 for about $750.
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: “Nitrous Oxide Systems Recalls Snowmobile and ATV NOS Kit Bottles that Can Forcefully Burst”
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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