CPSC, Eton America Announce Recall of Youth All-Terrain Vehicles (ATVs)
PRODUCT: ATVs - Eton America LLC's of Spartanburg, S.C., is voluntarily
recalling about 1400 four-wheel drive all-terrain vehicles (ATVs). The
recalled 2003 model ATVs are red, yellow and black. They have the brand
name "Viper Jr" written on both sides of the front chassis. These are
small ATVs intended for children between ages 6 and 12. Dealerships
nationwide sold these ATVs from August 2002 through January 2003 for
$1500.
PROBLEM: The ATV contains a remote shutoff switch that shuts the ATV
off. For the remote shutoff switch to work, the receiver switch on the
ATV must be in the on position. It was possible for the ATV to be
started with the receiver switch in the off position. The ATV could not
be shutoff with the remote switch should the rider start to act in an
unsafe manner. This could cause serious bodily harm.
INCIDENTS/INJURIES: None reported.
WHAT TO DO: Consumers should stop using these ATVs immediately and
contact their local dealer to schedule an appointment for their ATV to
be repaired. For more information, contact Eton at (864) 278-9585
between 8:30 a.m. and 5:00 p.m. PT Monday through Friday. Owners of
these ATVs have been notified.
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