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TJ Power Sports Recalls Dune Buggies Due To Ejection Hazard

U.S. CPSCInjuriesMay 6, 2008
Recalled Dune Buggy
Recalled Dune Buggy

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Hazard

The seat belt adjustment for the shoulder buckle can break during impact or stress, posing an ejection and injury hazard to driver and passenger.

Remedy

Consumers should stop using these dune buggies immediately and contact TJ Power Sports for instructions on how to receive a replacement seat belt.

Incidents & injuries

TJ Power Sports has received one report of a seat belt breaking that resulted in nerve damage to the rider's right arm.

Product description

This recall involves the dune buggies "Twister Hammerhead" with model number UM150IIR and model year 2004. The dune buggies were available in red, blue, or green. "Twister Hammerhead", the model number, and the model year can be found imprinted on the bar behind the driver and passenger seats.

Sold on

Twister dealers nationwide and online retailers from July 2004 through December 2004 for about $3,000.

Contact the company

For additional information, contact TJ Power Sports toll-free at (800) 275-1701 for consumer inquiries. Consumers can also obtain information via email at [email protected]

What should I do?

Stop using the product and follow the remedy below. Contact the company for a refund, repair or replacement — recall remedies are free.

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