Key Takeaway
Additional Fire Incidents Prompts Baja Motorsports to Reannounce Dirt Bike Recall was recalled on April 12, 2012. What to do: Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled dirt bikes and contact Baja Motorsports to schedule a free repair.
Additional Fire Incidents Prompts Baja Motorsports to Reannounce Dirt Bike Recall
Description
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.
Injuries / Consequence
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.
Remedy
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled dirt bikes and contact Baja Motorsports to schedule a free repair.
Products Affected
Baja Motorsports DR50, DR70 Baja Dirt Bikes
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is this recall still active?
Check the status badge at the top of this page. "Ongoing" means the recall is still active and you should follow the remedy instructions. "Completed" or "Terminated" means the recall process has concluded, though the safety issue remains relevant for any unrepaired products.
How do I check if my product is affected?
Compare the model number, lot code, serial number, or date range listed in the recall notice with the information on your product's label or packaging. For vehicles, check your VIN at NHTSA.gov/Recalls.
What remedy is available for this recall?
The listed remedy for this recall is: Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled dirt bikes and contact Baja Motorsports to schedule a free repair.
Where can I find the original recall notice?
This recall was issued by CPSC. You can view the original notice using the link provided above.