CPSC recall 05-180, announced May 20, 2005, covers Carter Brothers Fun-Kart (Go-Kart) (about 9,000 units). A wheel could separate from the go-kart, posing a roll-over hazard. The notice reports no incidents. Consumers should stop using the recalled Fun-Karts immediately. Recall contact: call (800) 523-5278, or go to www.carterbro.com.
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.
The CPSC data does not provide a discrete model-number list for this record. Compare the product description and identification details on the official notice.
The model number and serial number are located under the seat (on the driver's side if two-seater).
Which products are included?
The recall includes one-seater models 1136-3020, 1136-3021, 1136-3420, 1136-3421, 1205-3020 and two-seater models 2336-3021, 2336-3022, 2336-5019, 2575-3020, 2575-3420, 2605-3416, 2605-3515, 2606-3016, 2606-3017, 2606-3416, 2606-3417, 2636-3016, 2636-3017, 2906-3015, 2906-3016, 2906-3017, 2906-4015, 2906-4016, 2906-4017, 2909-3015, 2909-3415, 2909-4015, 2910-3015, 2910-3016, 2910-3415, 2910-4015, 2910-4016, 2910-4415, 2911-4015, 2911-4016, 2946-3015, and 2946-3016. The model number and serial number are located under the seat (on the driver's side if two-seater). The Fun-Karts were produced in several colors, to include red, black, blue, purple and green.
Confirm these details on the official CPSC noticeWhy it was recalled
A wheel could separate from the go-kart, posing a roll-over hazard.
Incidents and injuries
No injuries reported.
Official remedy
Consumers should stop using the recalled Fun-Karts immediately. Registered owners of the vehicles will be notified directly by Carter Brothers about the recall. Consumers can call or visit their local Carter Brothers Dealer to schedule a free repair.
Product and sales details
- Brand
- Carter Brothers Manufacturing
- Manufacturer
- Carter Brothers Manufacturing Co. Inc., of Brundidge, Ala.
- Recall number
- 05-180
- Units
- About 9,000
- Manufactured in
- United States
- Sold at / sales period
- Carter Brothers dealers nationwide, from April 2003 through March 2005, for between $900 and $2,900.
Carter Brothers Fun-Kart (Go-Kart)
CPSC product type: Go-Karts & Accessories
Recall contact information
For more information, contact Carter Brothers at (800) 523-5278 between 8 a.m. and 5 p.m. CT, or visit their Web site at www.carterbro.com
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