KYMCO Mongoose
Youth ATV Recall Due to Loss of Speed Control
Washington, DC (7/4/2008) -
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: 2008 Model
Year Mongoose Youth ATVs
Units: About 1,700
Importer: KYMCO USA, of Spartanburg,
S.C.
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.
Incidents/Injuries: None reported.
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2008 Kymco Mongoose
Youth ATVs
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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 by: KYMCO dealers nationwide
from August 2007 through June 2008 for between
$1,700 and $2,100.
Manufactured in: Taiwan
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.
Consumer Contact: For additional
information, contact KYMCO USA toll-free 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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