Monster Moto Recalls Mini Bikes Due to Fire Hazard
Recall 18106 · Feb 22, 2018 · Monster Moto
1,800
units affected
1,800
units affected
Facts
- Recall number
- 18106
- Date
- Feb 22, 2018
- Company
- Monster Moto
- Units affected
- 1,800
- Product
- Monster Moto Classic 212cc mini bikes
- Remedy
- Repair
- Hazard
- Fire
The product
This recall involves model "MM-B212" off-road mini bikes. The recalled bikes have a black powder-coated, gusset-reinforced, welded tube steel frame. Attached to the frame are two pneumatic tires with steel rims that measure 19 inches by 7 inches, a front fork with shocks, front and rear hydraulic disc brakes, and a head light. The bikes are powered by a pull start self-contained 212cc, 7.5 hp gas engine and have a retractable kick stand. The mini bikes weigh 164 pounds and measure 64 inches long by 32.5 inches wide by 36 inches tall. There are two circular "MM 212" decals on the pull start and the transmission cover located on the left and right side of the bikes, a "Monster Moto" decal on the left and right shock absorbers, and an "MM 212" and Monster Moto logo on the left and right frame gussets.
What can happen
The fuel tank venting system can leak, posing a fire hazard.
The fix
Consumers should immediately stop using the mini bikes and contact Monster Moto for a free repair kit or to arrange a free repair at an authorized repair center.
Incidents and where it was sold
- Incidents
- The firm has received 38 reports of gasoline leaks. No injuries or fires have been reported.
- Sold at
- Mills Fleet Farm, True Value and other stores nationwide and online at Amazon.com and MonsterMoto.com from October 2017 through January 2018 for between $800 and $850.
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Questions and answers
What should I do with the recalled monster moto classic 212cc mini bikes?
Consumers should immediately stop using the mini bikes and contact Monster Moto for a free repair kit or to arrange a free repair at an authorized repair center.
What is the hazard?
The fuel tank venting system can leak, posing a fire hazard.
A recall means the maker found a safety problem and offers a free fix; it does not mean every unit has the problem. Units affected are as reported by the company. Popular models sell more and so have more recalls and complaints. Official public data; texts are shortened. Contact the company named above for the remedy.