Safety regulator, Kolpin Powersports Announce Recall of Youth ATVs
Recall 05541 · Feb 18, 2005 · Amstrong Industry Corporation, Taiwan, R.O.C.
1,000
units affected
1,000
units affected
Facts
- Recall number
- 05541
- Date
- Feb 18, 2005
- Company
- Amstrong Industry Corporation, Taiwan, R.O.C.
- Units affected
- 1,000
- Product
- Kolpin Powersports 50cc and 90cc Youth All Terrain Vehicles (ATVs)
- Product type
- All Terrain Vehicles (ATVs)
- Hazard
- Injury
The product
The recall includes all of Kolpin Powersports' 2004 model year Youth ATVs purchased prior to November 24, 2004. The Youth ATVs are black with gray trim and have gray metallic and flame graphic decals. A "KOLPIN" decal is present on each side of the gas tank.
What can happen
Metal-flange locking nuts securing the tie rod assemblies, integral to the steering system on the Youth ATV, can come loose. The resulting unstable steering condition could result in serious injury or death to a rider.
The fix
Consumers should contact the retail store where they purchased their Youth ATV for inspection and retrofit.
Incidents and where it was sold
- Incidents
- Kolpin Powersports has received two reports of loose lock nuts. No injuries have been reported.
- Sold at
- Kolpin Powersports' authorized retailers nationwide, from September 2004 to November 24, 2004, for $1,399 to $1,499.
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Questions and answers
What should I do with the recalled kolpin powersports 50cc and 90cc youth all terrain vehicles (atvs)?
Consumers should contact the retail store where they purchased their Youth ATV for inspection and retrofit.
What is the hazard?
Metal-flange locking nuts securing the tie rod assemblies, integral to the steering system on the Youth ATV, can come loose. The resulting unstable steering condition could result in serious injury or death to a rider.
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.