CPSC recall 05-205, announced June 21, 2005, covers FF Acquisition Wheeled Goods Yerf-Dog Go-Karts (about 10,000 units). The suspension assembly can crack, causing the rider to lose control of the go-kart. The notice cites 5 incident reports. The company is out of business and a remedy is no longer available. Recall contact: call 800-638-2772 or 301-595-7054.
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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.
Which products are included?
This recall involves one- and two-seater model Yerf-Dog Spiderbox series go-karts. The go-karts have full suspension and 150cc engines. Date codes and model numbers are located on a plate attached to the engine casing. Date codes and model numbers included in this recall are: Model Date Codes 3206 July 20, 2004 through March 4, 2005 4209 July 20, 2004 through February 18, 2005 42092 July 20, 2004 through November 22, 2004 42093 August 9, 2004 through November 19, 2004 42101 July 28, 2004 through October 12, 2004
Confirm these details on the official CPSC noticeWhy it was recalled
The suspension assembly can crack, causing the rider to lose control of the go-kart.
Incidents and injuries
The manufacturer has received five reports of the suspension assembly cracking and causing the rider to lose control, including reports of bruises and head and back injuries.
Official remedy
The company is out of business and a remedy is no longer available. Please do not use the recalled go-cart if it has not been repaired.
Product and sales details
- Brand
- FF Acquisition Wheeled Goods
- Manufacturer
- FF Acquisition Wheeled Goods Corp. of West Point, Miss.
- Recall number
- 05-205
- Units
- About 10,000
- Manufactured in
- United States
- Sold at / sales period
- Yerf-Dog dealers nationwide, from July 2004 through May 2005, for between $1,500 and $1,800.
Yerf-Dog Go-Karts
CPSC product type: Go-Karts & Accessories
Recall contact information
The company is out of business. Consumers should call the CPSC hotline at 800-638-2772 (TTY 301-595-7054).
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