KYMCO
MXU 500 Utility ATVs Recalled
Due to Suspension Failure; Riders Can Lose Control
of Vehicle
Spartanburg, SC (1/2/2008) -
The following product safety
recall was voluntarily conducted by the firm
in cooperation with the CPSC. Consumers should
stop using the product immediately unless otherwise
instructed.
Name of Product: 2006-2008
Model Year MXU 500 All Terrain Vehicles
Units: 1,350
Importer: KYMCO USA, of
Spartanburg, S.C.
Hazard: The pivot bolts
holding the rear suspension onto the frame can
become loose, causing the rear swing arm to detach
from the chassis posing a risk of injury or death
to the operator.
Incidents/Injuries: KYMCO
has received six reports of incidents, including
two reports of minor injuries.
Description: This recall
involves all model year 2006-2008 MXU 500 ATVs.
The vehicle is identified by a label on the front
as KYMCO and the model is determined by a label
located on each side of the fuel tank as MXU 500.
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2006-2008 Model
Year KYMCO MXU 500 All Terrain Vehicles
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Sold by: KYMCO dealers
nationwide from November 2006 through December
2007 for between $6,000 and $6,500.
Manufactured in: Taiwan
Remedy: Consumers should
immediately stop using the recalled ATVs and contact
an authorized KYMCO dealer in their area to schedule
a free repair. Registered owners were sent direct
mail notification of this recall.
Consumer Contact: For additional
information, consumers can contact KYMCO USA at
(888) 235-3417 anytime or visit the firm’s Web
site at www.kymcousa.com
About KYMCO
USA:
KYMCO's roots in the motorsports
industry go back to its founding in 1963, as the
Kwang Yang Motor Company, Ltd., with headquarters
in Taiwan. Long a leader in quality, fuel economy,
and versatility, today KYMCO manufactures motor
scooters, motorcycles, and ATVs at five plants
in Asia, including the main facility in the city
of Kaohsiung.
KYMCO is the
largest scooter manufacturer in Taiwan, and currently
exports to 74 countries worldwide. All KYMCO plants
use the latest technology for the engineering
and production of reliable engine, chassis, and
other components. Since 2004, KYMCO has been officially
accredited for ISO-9001 quality in manufacturing;
KYMCO is committed to maximum customer satisfaction
and constant innovation, making use of the most
advanced CAD/CAE tools to bring superior engineering
and design to their products.
The company's
partner in the United States is KYMCO USA, with
headquarters, marketing, and distribution centered
in Spartanburg, South Carolina. KYMCO USA is dedicated
to building the brand's reputation and market
share through superior value, frequent new product
introductions, strategic industry partnerships,
and excellence in dealer network support. KYMCO
USA has a reputation and expertise gained through
over 30 years in the U.S. powersports industry.
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