CPSC2008-06-26
ATVs Recalled By KYMCO Due to Loss of Speed Control
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.
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.
Sold at
KYMCO dealers nationwide from August 2007 through June 2008 for between $1,700 and $2,100.
Affected count
About 1,700
Injuries reported
None reported.
Manufactured in
Taiwan
Products
2008 Model Year Mongoose Youth ATVs
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
Official notice
https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2008/ATVs-Recalled-By-KYMCO-Due-to-Loss-of-Speed-ControlDon't want to check this manually?
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