Recall 12-713, published January 26, 2012
KYMCO Utility Vehicle
Compare the model on your label, then check any serial numbers, date codes, and exclusions in the notice. A model match alone does not confirm that your unit is included.
Affected model numbers
8CB230205Check the product label for these CPSC-listed model numbers: RFBUS37A, 09B100101, 9CB490364, 500I, RFBUS33A, 4CB100101, 8CB230205.
Which products are included?
The recall involves 2009 through 2012 KYMCO utility task vehicles (UTVs). The vehicles are gasoline-powered, off-road vehicles with two side-by-side seats, a cargo bed and a steering wheel. The vehicles come in red, blue, black, gray, orange, silver and green and have the model and brand name "KYMCO" on both sides of the rear fender area and the front of the hood. The following UTVs are being recalled: Models Model Year Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) Range UXV 500 UXV 500 LE UXV 500 SE 2009 2010 2011 2012 RFBUS37A 09B100101 through 9CB490364 UXV 500i UXV 500i LE UXV 500i SE 2012 RFBUS33A 4CB100101 through 8CB230205 The VIN is located on the frame behind the right front wheel. The tenth alphanumeric character of the VIN is the model year of the vehicle (i.e. 9 = 2009, A = 2010, B = 2011, C = 2012).
Confirm these details on the official CPSC noticeWhy it was recalled
An exposed portion of the exhaust system can allow debris such as leaves, brush or other flammable materials to enter the opening and ignite, posing a fire hazard.
Official remedy
Consumers should stop using these vehicles and return them to a KYMCO dealer for the free installation of a repair kit.
- Brand
- KYMCO
- Recall published
- January 26, 2012
- Category
- Sports & Outdoors
- Units
- About 1,876
- Sold at / sales period
- KYMCO dealers nationwide from June 2008 to October 2011 for between $7,600 and $10,100.
