Recalls / 2012-04-12
Additional Fire Incidents Prompts Baja Motorsports to Reannounce Dirt Bike Recall
12150 · Recalled 2012-04-12 · CPSC page
Description
This recall involves all model DR50 and DR70 Baja dirt bikes with vehicle identification number (VIN) beginning with "L98," the letter "B" as the 10th character of the VIN and having a yellow dot or line marked on or near the VIN. 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.
Hazards
The fuel tank can leak, posing a fire and burn hazard to consumers.
Reported injuries
The firm has received 16 reports of fires from leaking fuel, including two reports of minor burns to consumer's legs and one report of a minor burn to a consumer's finger. Ten of the reported incidents, including two of the burn injuries, were received after the March 2011 recall announcement.
Remedy
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled dirt bikes and contact Baja Motorsports to schedule a free repair.
Products
| Name | Model | Units |
|---|---|---|
| Baja Motorsports DR50, DR70 Baja Dirt Bikes | About 4,300 (This recall was first announced in March 2011) |
Parties
- Importer
- Baja Inc. d/b/a Baja Motorsports, of Anderson, S.C.
- Made in
- China
- Sold at
- Pep Boys, other motor sports from December 2010 through January 2012 for between $450, $650.
Consumer contact
For additional information, please 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
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Source: CPSC recall 12150. Inclusion in this database is not legal or medical advice.