CPSC recall · Reported August 14, 2000
CPSC, Manco Products Inc. Announce Recall to Repair of Go-Karts
These go-karts have guards designed to help prevent entanglements, but riders' long hair or loose clothing still can become entangled in partially exposed rotating components behi…
Manco Products Inc., of Fort Wayne, Ind. recalled These one- and two-seat go-karts are powered by gasoline engines. They were sold under th….
CPSC, Manco Products Inc. Announce Recall to Repair of Go-Karts was recalled by Manco Products Inc., of Fort Wayne, Ind. in August 14, 2000. Reason: These go-karts have guards designed to help prevent entanglements, but riders' long hair or loose clothing st…. Remedy: Consumers should stop using these go-karts immediately and call Manco for a free repair k…. Verify recall #00163 with the CPSC before acting.
The recall
Manco Products Inc., of Fort Wayne, Ind. issued this CPSC recall-These go-karts have guards designed to help prevent entanglements, but riders' long hair or loose clothing st….
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- August 14, 2000
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Sourced from official CPSC enforcement records. Verify recall #00163 with the agency before acting. Full product description, hazard, remedy, and related recalls are below.
Recall Insight
This recall's affected scope, documented in the Recall Profile below, stays within a single-region or limited-distribution footprint. Distribution information was not included in the agency filing, so consumers should assume broad potential exposure until the firm publishes point-of-sale details. Consumers holding this product should act on the agency's documented remedy above rather than relying on general guidance.
Within the same product category the archive holds 6 closely related recalls, 3 from CPSC - clustering in a narrow category often points to a systemic quality-control or supplier issue rather than a one-off defect. Always verify the recall number against the official agency record before acting.
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Product description
These one- and two-seat go-karts are powered by gasoline engines. They were sold under the Manco, Phoenix, Fox, Rattler and Coyote labels. Most have brush bars to protect riders from low tree branches and other foliage. The recall involves two groups of go-karts. The first group has black plastic deck covers over the rear axle and brake. Their serial numbers are within the following ranges: 1757022 through 1855821, and 3000010 through 3050632. The second group of go-karts have a cross-over jackshaft drive system. These go-karts have serial numbers lower than 1757022. All the go-karts have a black serial number on a silver label located on the floor pan immediately in front of the driver's seat.
Reason for recall
These go-karts have guards designed to help prevent entanglements, but riders' long hair or loose clothing still can become entangled in partially exposed rotating components behind the drivers' seats, causing death or serious injury.
Remedy, what to do
Consumers should stop using these go-karts immediately and call Manco for a free repair kit with instructions for easy installation. Consumers also can contact any Manco dealer to get free installation of the repair kit.
Recall Profile
| Attribute | Value |
|---|---|
| Agency | U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission |
| Severity class | Not classified by agency |
| Status | Active |
| Recall number | 00163 |
| Date reported | August 14, 2000 |
| Date initiated | August 14, 2000 |
| Recalling firm | Manco Products Inc., of Fort Wayne, Ind. |
| Affected scope | About 91,000 |
| Distribution | Not disclosed |
| Official source | CPSC notice → |
Profile values are sourced directly from the official CPSC enforcement record. Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission.
What to do with this recall
Consumers should stop using these go-karts immediately and call Manco for a free repair kit with instructions for easy installati…
- Check the recall number (00163) and product description against the item you own. Search the archive
- Confirm the current status and remedy on the official CPSC notice before acting. CPSC notice
- Follow the documented remedy (refund, replacement, repair, or disposal) rather than general advice. What to do next
This page summarizes the official CPSC record for research and awareness; it is not legal, medical, or safety advice. Verify with the issuing agency before acting.
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