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ATVs Recalled By KYMCO Due to Loss of Speed Control

U.S. CPSCInjuriesJun 26, 2008
Recalled All-Terrain Vehicle
Recalled All-Terrain Vehicle
Recalled All-Terrain Vehicle
Recalled All-Terrain Vehicle
Recalled All-Terrain Vehicle
Recalled All-Terrain Vehicle
Recalled All-Terrain Vehicle
Recalled All-Terrain Vehicle

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Hazard

A manufacturing defect in the carburetor can cause the throttle to stick open, posing a risk of serious injury or death to the rider.

Remedy

Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled ATVs and contact any authorized KYMCO dealer to schedule a free repair. Registered owners were sent direct mail notification of this recall.

Incidents & injuries

None reported.

Product description

This recall involves model year 2008 Mongoose 50cc, 70cc and 90cc Youth ATVs. KYMCO is printed on a label located on the front of the vehicle, and the model name is printed on a label located on each side of the fuel tank.

Sold on

KYMCO dealers nationwide from August 2007 through June 2008 for between $1,700 and $2,100.

Contact the company

For additional information, contact KYMCO USA toll-free at (888) 235-3417 anytime, or visit the firm's Web site at www.kymcousa.com

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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