CPSC recall 12-713, announced January 26, 2012, covers KYMCO Utility Vehicle (about 1,876 units). An exposed portion of the exhaust system can allow debris such as leaves, brush or other flammable materials to enter the opening and ignite, posing a fire hazard. The notice cites 3 incident reports. Consumers should stop using these vehicles and return them to a KYMCO dealer for the free installation of a repair kit. Recall contact: call (888) 235-3417, go to www.kymcousa.com, or email info@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.
Check the product label for these CPSC-listed model numbers: RFBUS37A, 09B100101, 9CB490364, 500I, RFBUS33A, 4CB100101, 8CB230205.
Which products are included?
The recall involves 2009 through 2012 KYMCO utility task vehicles (UTVs). The vehicles are gasoline-powered, off-road vehicles with two side-by-side seats, a cargo bed and a steering wheel. The vehicles come in red, blue, black, gray, orange, silver and green and have the model and brand name "KYMCO" on both sides of the rear fender area and the front of the hood. The following UTVs are being recalled: Models Model Year Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) Range UXV 500 UXV 500 LE UXV 500 SE 2009 2010 2011 2012 RFBUS37A 09B100101 through 9CB490364 UXV 500i UXV 500i LE UXV 500i SE 2012 RFBUS33A 4CB100101 through 8CB230205 The VIN is located on the frame behind the right front wheel. The tenth alphanumeric character of the VIN is the model year of the vehicle (i.e. 9 = 2009, A = 2010, B = 2011, C = 2012).
Confirm these details on the official CPSC noticeWhy it was recalled
An exposed portion of the exhaust system can allow debris such as leaves, brush or other flammable materials to enter the opening and ignite, posing a fire hazard.
Incidents and injuries
KYMCO USA has received three reports of vehicles catching on fire and being damaged. No reports of injuries have been received.
Official remedy
Consumers should stop using these vehicles and return them to a KYMCO dealer for the free installation of a repair kit.
Product and sales details
- Brand
- KYMCO
- Product type
- Off-road recreational vehicles
- Recall number
- 12-713
- Units
- About 1,876
- Manufactured in
- Taiwan
- Sold at / sales period
- KYMCO dealers nationwide from June 2008 to October 2011 for between $7,600 and $10,100.
- Importer
- KYMCO USA, of Spartanburg, S.C.
Utility Vehicle
CPSC product type: Utility Vehicles
Recall contact information
For more information, contact KYMCO USA at (888) 235-3417 between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m. ET Monday through Friday, by email at info@kymcousa.com, or visit the firm's website at www.kymcousa.com
Verify phone numbers, hours, and websites on the current CPSC notice before contacting the firm.
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