CPSC recall 08-262, announced May 6, 2008, covers TJ Power Sports Twister Hammerhead Dune Buggies (about 400 units). The seat belt adjustment for the shoulder buckle can break during impact or stress, posing an ejection and injury hazard to driver and passenger. The notice cites 1 incident report. Consumers should stop using these dune buggies immediately and contact TJ Power Sports for instructions on how to receive a replacement seat belt. Recall contact: call (800) 275-1701, or email mail@hammerheadoffroad.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.
Affected model numbers
This recall involves the dune buggies "Twister Hammerhead" with model number UM150IIR and model year 2004.
Which products are included?
This recall involves the dune buggies "Twister Hammerhead" with model number UM150IIR and model year 2004. The dune buggies were available in red, blue, or green. "Twister Hammerhead", the model number, and the model year can be found imprinted on the bar behind the driver and passenger seats.
Confirm these details on the official CPSC noticeWhy it was recalled
The seat belt adjustment for the shoulder buckle can break during impact or stress, posing an ejection and injury hazard to driver and passenger.
Incidents and injuries
TJ Power Sports has received one report of a seat belt breaking that resulted in nerve damage to the rider's right arm.
Official remedy
Consumers should stop using these dune buggies immediately and contact TJ Power Sports for instructions on how to receive a replacement seat belt.
Product and sales details
- Brand
- TJ Power Sports
- Product type
- Off-road recreational vehicles
- Recall number
- 08-262
- Units
- About 400
- Manufactured in
- China
- Sold at / sales period
- Twister dealers nationwide and online retailers from July 2004 through December 2004 for about $3,000.
- Importer
- TJ Power Sports LLC, of Irving, Texas
Twister Hammerhead Dune Buggies
CPSC product type: Utility, Off-Road Vehicles/Golf Carts
Recall contact information
For additional information, contact TJ Power Sports toll-free at (800) 275-1701 for consumer inquiries. Consumers can also obtain information via email at mail@hammerheadoffroad.com
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