CPSCFebruary 18, 2005

CPSC, Kolpin Powersports Announce Recall of Youth ATVs

CPSC, Kolpin Powersports Announce Recall of Youth ATVs

Why was CPSC, Kolpin Powersports Announce Recall of Youth 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.

What should I do if I have this product?

Consumers should contact the retail store where they purchased their Youth ATV for inspection and retrofit. Contact: For more information, contact Kolpin Powersports toll-free at 877-9KOLPIN (877-956-5746), between 8:00 a.m. and 5:00 p.m., CT Monday through Friday.

What to do with a recalled product: refunds, receipts, safe disposal and how to report a problem.

Is my product affected?

Compare the item in your hand with every identifier below from the official CPSC record. Only products that match the listed product and identifiers are part of this recall.

Product
Kolpin Powersports 50cc and 90cc Youth All Terrain Vehicles (ATVs)
Company
Amstrong Industry Corporation, Taiwan, R.O.C., Kolpin Powersports, Inc., of Fox Lake, Wisconsin
Quantity
About 1,000 90cc units and 39 50cc units
Sold at
Kolpin Powersports' authorized retailers nationwide, from September 2004 to November 24, 2004, for $1,399 to $1,499.
Recall date
February 18, 2005
Incidents / injuries
Kolpin Powersports has received two reports of loose lock nuts. No injuries have been reported.
Agency
CPSC

Product 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.

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