CPSC recall 08-532, announced January 2, 2008, covers KYMCO 2006-2008 Model Year MXU 500 All Terrain Vehicles (1350 units). The pivot bolts holding the rear suspension onto the frame can become loose, causing the rear swing arm to detach from the chassis, posing a risk of injury or death to the operator. The notice cites 6 incident reports. Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled ATVs and contact an authorized KYMCO dealer in their area to schedule a free repair. Recall contact: call (888) 235-3417, or go to www.kymcousa.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 vehicle is identified by a label on the front as KYMCO and the model is determined by a label located on each side of the fuel tank as MXU 500.
Which products are included?
This recall involves all model year 2006-2008 MXU 500 ATVs. The vehicle is identified by a label on the front as KYMCO and the model is determined by a label located on each side of the fuel tank as MXU 500.
Confirm these details on the official CPSC noticeWhy it was recalled
The pivot bolts holding the rear suspension onto the frame can become loose, causing the rear swing arm to detach from the chassis, posing a risk of injury or death to the operator.
Incidents and injuries
KYMCO has received six reports of incidents, including two reports of minor injuries.
Official remedy
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled ATVs and contact an authorized KYMCO dealer in their area to schedule a free repair. Registered owners were sent direct mail notification of this recall.
Product and sales details
- Brand
- KYMCO
- Product type
- Off-road recreational vehicles
- Recall number
- 08-532
- Units
- 1350
- Manufactured in
- Taiwan
- Sold at / sales period
- KYMCO dealers nationwide from November 2006 through December 2007 for between $6,000 and $6,500.
- Importer
- KYMCO USA, of Spartanburg, S.C.
2006-2008 Model Year MXU 500 All Terrain Vehicles
CPSC product type: All Terrain Vehicles (ATVs)
Recall contact information
For additional information, consumers can contact KYMCO USA at (888) 235-3417 anytime or visit the firm's Web site at www.kymcousa.com
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