CPSCNovember 19, 2013

Baja Motorsports Mini Bikes recall: Fall, Crash Hazard

Baja Motorsports Recalls Mini Bikes Due to Fall, Crash Hazard

Why was Baja Motorsports Mini Bikes recalled?

The front fork can separate from the wheel, posing fall and crash hazards to riders.

What should I do if I have this product?

Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled mini bikes and contact Baja Motorsports to schedule a free repair. Contact: Baja Inc., toll-free at (888) 863-2252 from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. ET Monday through Friday, or online at www.bajamotorsports.com and click on Safety Information for more information.

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
Mini Bike
Company
Changzhou Globe Tools Co. Ltd., of China, Baja Inc. d/b/a Baja Motorsports, of Anderson, S.C.
Quantity
About 23,000
Sold at
Northern Tool Equipment, Pep Boys and Tractor Supply Company from February 2010 to September 2013 for about $650.
Recall date
November 19, 2013
Incidents / injuries
The firm has received 13 reports of front forks separating from the wheel. Minor injuries have been reported.
Agency
CPSC

Product description

This recall involves Baja Motorsports MB200 gas-powered mini bikes manufactured from August 2010 through August 2012. The recalled mini bikes have a black frame with a black padded seat, a gas tank and fenders that are black, red or yellow, side reflectors and a headlight. A decal with the words "Baja" and "Warrior" and the number 200 inside a circle with wings attached is on both sides of the gas tank. "Baja 200cc" is on the engine cover on the right side of the minibike. This mini bike may also be known as WR96, WR200, Baja Heat, Baja Carbon and Mini Baja. The date of manufacture is on the bottom right of the Vehicle Emissions Control Information label in the MM/YY format. The label is attached to the front side of the engine.

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