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Product Recall Number: 22-152

Why was Intimidator and Mahindra branded utility vehicles (UTVs) recalled?

The throttle cable can freeze at low ambient temperatures, resulting in a stuck throttle which can cause the brakes to fail to stop the vehicle, posing a crash hazard. Additionally, on certain Model Year 2022 Intimidator GC1K vehicles, the onboard software does not prevent consumers from exceeding 15 mph when the seatbelt is disengaged, posing a crash hazard.

Intimidator and Mahindra branded utility vehicles (UTVs)
Here's product recall specific data for Intimidator and Mahindra branded utility vehicles (UTVs).

  • Product Recall Number: 22-152

  • Product Safety Warning Number:

  • Date: 2022-06-09

  • Product Safety Warning Date:

  • Name Of Product: Intimidator and Mahindra branded utility vehicles (UTVs)

  • Description: This recall involves Intimidator and Mahindra branded models 750, 800, 1000, TGB, and GC1K utility vehicles (UTVs). The recalled UTVs were sold in a variety of colors. “Intimidator” or “Mahindra” is displayed on the front grill and the model series is printed on the rear-side panels. The vehicle identification number (VIN) can be found on a label inside the glove box, inside the hood compartment and below the driver’s seat. The serial numbers of affected Intimidator vehicles are available at www.intimidatorutv.com/recall/. The serial range of the affected Mahindra vehicles are 000000 through 010545. The following vehicles are included in this recall: Make & Model: Model Years: Intimidator GC1K Classic 2018-2022 Intimidator GC1K Crew 2019-2022 Intimidator GC1K Truck 2019-2022 Intimidator 750 Classic 2013-2022 Intimidator 750 Crew 2014-2022 Intimidator 750 Truck 2013-2022 Intimidator 800 Classic 2015-2018 Intimidator 800 Crew 2015-2018 Intimidator 800 Enforcer 2016-2018 Intimidator 1000 Series Diesel Classic 2013-2022 Intimidator 1000 Series Diesel Crew 2013-2022 Intimidator 1000 Series Diesel Truck 2013-2022 Mahindra 750 Classic 2015-2020 Mahindra 750 Crew 2015-2020 Mahindra 750 Truck 2015-2020 Mahindra TGB Classic 2015-2020 Mahindra TGB Crew 2015-2020 Mahindra 1000 Diesel Classic 2015-2020 Mahindra 1000 Diesel Crew 2015-2020 Mahindra 1000 Diesel Truck 2015-2020

  • Hazard Description: The throttle cable can freeze at low ambient temperatures, resulting in a stuck throttle which can cause the brakes to fail to stop the vehicle, posing a crash hazard. Additionally, on certain Model Year 2022 Intimidator GC1K vehicles, the onboard software does not prevent consumers from exceeding 15 mph when the seatbelt is disengaged, posing a crash hazard.

  • Consumer Action: None Listed

  • Original Product Safety Warning Announcement: None Listed

  • Remedy Type: Repair

  • Units: About 16,000

  • Incidents: Intimidator has received 393 reports of throttle cables freezing, including four reports of crashes resulting in bruises. There were no incidents of excess speed when the seatbelt is disengaged.

  • Remedy: Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled utility vehicles and contact an Intimidator or Mahindra authorized dealer to schedule a free repair and to receive a software update/fix for the speed limiter.

  • Sold At: Intimidator and Mahindra authorized dealers nationwide from August 2013 through February 2022 for between $11,000 and $21,500.   

  • Importers: None Listed

  • Manufacturers: Intimidator, of Batesville, Ark.  

  • Distributors: None Listed

  • Manufactured In: United States

  • Custom Label: None Listed

  • Custom Field: None Listed

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