CPSC recall 15-067, announced February 3, 2015, covers Gibbs Sports Amphibians Quadski and Quadski XL (about 320 units). The handlebar can fail while the vehicle is in operation, causing the operator to lose control of the steering and braking system of the vehicle, posing a risk of injury. The notice cites 3 incident reports and 1 injury. Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled vehicles and contact an authorized dealer for a repair at no cost. Recall contact: call (877) 230-0888, or go to www.quadski.com.
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Which products are included?
This recall includes Gibbs' Quadski which is a one-seater and Quadski XL which is a two-seater. The products are high speed amphibious vehicles that are an ATV on land, and also operate on water. The recalled vehicles have HIN numbers ranging from US-GSA601J213 though US-GSAJ1048C414 on Quadski and US-GSAJ5001J213 though US-GSAM5203H415 on Quadski XL. HIN numbers are printed on a plate located on the right rear corner of the vehicle. Brand and model names are printed on the back panel and on the side of the vehicle.
Confirm these details on the official CPSC noticeWhy it was recalled
The handlebar can fail while the vehicle is in operation, causing the operator to lose control of the steering and braking system of the vehicle, posing a risk of injury.
Incidents and injuries
No consumer incidents have been reported. Three reports of breakage during testing have been reported; one involved injury to the neck of the test operator.
Official remedy
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled vehicles and contact an authorized dealer for a repair at no cost.
Product and sales details
- Brand
- Gibbs Sports Amphibians
- Manufacturer
- Gibbs Sports Amphibians Inc. of Auburn Hills, Mich.
- Product type
- Off-road recreational vehicles
- Recall number
- 15-067
- Units
- About 320
- Manufactured in
- United States
- Sold at / sales period
- Gibbs Sports Amphibians dealers nationwide from January 2012 through October 2014 for about $42,000.
Quadski and Quadski XL
CPSC product type: All Terrain Vehicles (ATV)
Recall contact information
Gibbs Sports Amphibians toll-free at (877) 230-0888 between 8 a.m. and 5 p.m. ET Monday through Friday, or online at www.quadski.com and click on Quadski or Quadski XL, go to the bottom of the page and click on "Recall" for more information.
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