CPSC recall 06-102, announced March 2, 2006, covers Manco Blazer Fun-Kart, Sunright International Go-Karts (about 3,200 units). The throttle that controls the go-kart engine can fail and not return the vehicle to idle speed, posing a loss of control hazard to the driver. The notice cites 3 incident reports. Consumers should stop using the recalled go-karts immediately. Recall contact: call (800) 643-7332 or (888) 737-7488, or go to www.mancopowersports.com.
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Affected model numbers
Check the product label for these CPSC-listed model numbers: 1050L-09, RTV50-SK50.
Which products are included?
The recall involves two-seat go-karts, Manco Blazer model 1050L-09 and Sunright International model RTV50-SK50, equipped with a 49 cc engine and an electric start. The go-karts were produced in several colors including red, green, blue, and yellow. The VIN number on the Manco go-karts is attached to the frame behind the seat back cushion. The VIN number on the Sunright go-karts is stamped on the side of the engine. The recalled go-karts contain one of the following VIN numbers: Manco: 1095292 through 1099782 Sunright: 04100017 through 05100771
Confirm these details on the official CPSC noticeWhy it was recalled
The throttle that controls the go-kart engine can fail and not return the vehicle to idle speed, posing a loss of control hazard to the driver.
Incidents and injuries
Sunright International and Manco Power Sports Inc. have received three reports of incidents in which the throttle did not return to idle speed, though no injuries have been reported.
Official remedy
Consumers should stop using the recalled go-karts immediately. Registered owners of the vehicles will be notified directly by Manco or Sunright. To schedule a free repair, consumers should call or visit the retail location where the go-karts were purchased.
Product and sales details
- Brand
- Sunright International
- Recall number
- 06-102
- Units
- About 3,200
- Manufactured in
- China
- Sold at / sales period
- Manco go-karts were sold at retailers nationwide from November 2005 through December 2005 for about $900. Sunright go-karts were sold at other retailers in Arkansas, Tennessee and Texas from August 2005 through November 2005 from $900 to $1100.
- Importer
- Sunright International, of Norcross, Ga.
- Distributor
- Manco Power Sports Inc. of Fort Wayne, Ind.
Manco Blazer Fun-Kart, Sunright International Go-Karts
CPSC product type: Go-Karts & Accessories
Recall contact information
For more information, contact Manco at (800) 643-7332 between 8 a.m. and 5 p.m. CT Monday through Friday or visit Manco's Web site at www.mancopowersports.com. Consumers can call Sunright toll-free at (888) 737-7488 between 8 a.m. and 5 p.m. ET Monday through Friday or visit Sunright's Web site at www.sunright.net
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