CPSC recall 12-150, announced April 12, 2012, covers Baja Motorsports DR50, DR70 Baja Dirt Bikes (about 4,300 units). The fuel tank can leak, posing a fire and burn hazard to consumers. The notice cites 16 incident reports. Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled dirt bikes and contact Baja Motorsports to schedule a free repair. Recall contact: call (888) 863-2252, or go to www.bajamotorsports.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 model number and VIN are located on the product data plate, which is located on the side of the "goose neck" - where the handle bars meet the body of the bike.
Which products are included?
This recall involves all model DR50 and DR70 Baja dirt bikes with vehicle identification number (VIN) beginning with "L98," the letter "B" as the 10th character of the VIN and having a yellow dot or line marked on or near the VIN. The model number and VIN are located on the product data plate, which is located on the side of the "goose neck" - where the handle bars meet the body of the bike.
Confirm these details on the official CPSC noticeWhy it was recalled
The fuel tank can leak, posing a fire and burn hazard to consumers.
Incidents and injuries
The firm has received 16 reports of fires from leaking fuel, including two reports of minor burns to consumer's legs and one report of a minor burn to a consumer's finger. Ten of the reported incidents, including two of the burn injuries, were received after the March 2011 recall announcement.
Official remedy
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled dirt bikes and contact Baja Motorsports to schedule a free repair.
Product and sales details
- Product type
- Off-road recreational vehicles
- Recall number
- 12-150
- Units
- About 4,300 (This recall was first announced in March 2011)
- Manufactured in
- China
- Sold at / sales period
- Pep Boys and other motor sports stores nationwide from December 2010 through January 2012 for between $450 and $650.
- Importer
- Baja Inc. d/b/a Baja Motorsports, of Anderson, S.C.
Baja Motorsports DR50, DR70 Baja Dirt Bikes
CPSC product type: Motorcycles/Dirt Bikes (Off-Road) & Accessories
Recall contact information
For additional information, please contact Baja Motorsports toll-free at (888) 863-2252 between 10 a.m. and 7 p.m. ET Monday through Friday, or visit the firm's website at www.bajamotorsports.com
Verify phone numbers, hours, and websites on the current CPSC notice before contacting the firm.
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