CPSC2008-05-06
TJ Power Sports Recalls Dune Buggies Due To Ejection Hazard
TJ Power Sports LLC, of Irving, Texas
Hazard
The seat belt adjustment for the shoulder buckle can break during impact or stress, posing an ejection and injury hazard to driver and passenger.
Remedy
Consumers should stop using these dune buggies immediately and contact TJ Power Sports for instructions on how to receive a replacement seat belt.
Sold at
Twister dealers nationwide and online retailers from July 2004 through December 2004 for about $3,000.
Affected count
About 400
Injuries reported
TJ Power Sports has received one report of a seat belt breaking that resulted in nerve damage to the rider's right arm.
Manufactured in
China
Products
Twister Hammerhead Dune Buggies
Consumer contact
For additional information, contact TJ Power Sports toll-free at (800) 275-1701 for consumer inquiries. Consumers can also obtain information via email at mail@hammerheadoffroad.com
Official notice
https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2008/TJ-Power-Sports-Recalls-Dune-Buggies-Due-To-Ejection-HazardDon't want to check this manually?
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