Product Recall Number: 05-541
Why was Kolpin Powersports 50cc and 90cc Youth All Terrain Vehicles (ATVs) recalled?
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.
Product Recall Number: 05-541
Product Safety Warning Number:
Date: 2005-02-17
Product Safety Warning Date:
Name Of Product: Kolpin Powersports 50cc and 90cc Youth All Terrain Vehicles (ATVs)
Description: 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.
Hazard Description: 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.
Consumer Action: None Listed
Original Product Safety Warning Announcement: None Listed
Remedy Type: Inspect
Units: About 1,000 90cc units and 39 50cc units
Incidents: Kolpin Powersports has received two reports of loose lock nuts. No injuries have been reported.
Remedy: Consumers should contact the retail store where they purchased their Youth ATV for inspection and retrofit.
Sold At: Kolpin Powersports' authorized retailers nationwide from September 2004 to November 24, 2004 for $1,399 to $1,499.
Importers: Kolpin Powersports, Inc. Fox Lake, Wisconsin.
Manufacturers: Amstrong Industry Corporation, Taiwan, R.O.C.
Distributors: None Listed
Manufactured In: Taiwan, R.O.C.
Custom Label: None Listed
Custom Field: None Listed