CPSCMarch 9, 2011

Baja Motorsports Dirt Bikes Sold Exclusively at Pep Boys recall: Fire and Burn Hazards

Baja Motorsports Recalls Dirt Bikes Sold Exclusively at Pep Boys Due to Fire and Burn Hazards

Why was Baja Motorsports Dirt Bikes Sold Exclusively at Pep Boys recalled?

Fuel can leak from the fuel tank, posing a fire and burn hazard to consumers.

What should I do if I have this product?

Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled dirt bikes and contact Baja Motorsports to schedule a free repair. Contact: For additional information, contact Baja Motorsports toll-free at (888) 863-2252 between 10 a.m. and 7 p.m. ET Monday through Friday or visit the firm’s website at www.bajamotorsports.com

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
Dirt Bikes
Company
Baja Inc., d/b/a Baja Motorsports, of Anderson, S.C.
Quantity
About 4,300
Sold at
Pep Boys stores nationwide from December 2010 through January 2011 for between $550 and $650.
Recall date
March 9, 2011
Incidents / injuries
The firm has received six reports of fires from fuel leakage including one report of minor burns to a consumer's legs.
Agency
CPSC

Product description

This recall involves all model DR50 and DR70 Baja dirt bikes with VIN numbers beginning with "L98." The model number and VIN are located on the product data plate, which is located on the side of the "goose neck" (where the handle bars meet the body of the bike).

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