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CPSC, Briggs & Stratton Announce Recall of Engines Used on Fun Kart Type Go-Karts

Reported: August 8, 2002 Initiated: August 8, 2002 #02222

Product Description

The recalled engines are used only on fun-karts, which look and ride like go-karts, but are for personal use. The engine models included in the recall are: 5HP Model Series 1352XX - All Model Series 1352XX on fun-karts - Location of Model number is indicated by arrow in image FunPower Model Series 1362XX - Includes only 1362XX engines built on or before June 22, 1995 (950622XX). Example: Model Type Date Code 136212 0615 A1 950622YB - Has a 2" tall plastic fuel cap. - Location of Model and Date Code number is indicated by arrow in image. The engines involved in this recall were manufactured in the United States.

Reason for Recall

Fuel from the engine can spill out, if the fun-kart overturns, posing serious fire and burn hazards to consumers.

Remedy

Consumers should stop using the fun-karts immediately and contact a local Briggs & Stratton dealer for a free engine repair.

Details

Units Affected
About 160,0000
Official Source
https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2002/CPSC-Briggs--Stratton-Announce-Recall-of-Engines-Used-on-Fun-Kart-Type-Go-Karts-

Frequently Asked Questions

What product was recalled? ▼
The recalled engines are used only on fun-karts, which look and ride like go-karts, but are for personal use. The engine models included in the recall are: 5HP Model Series 1352XX - All Model Series 1352XX on fun-karts - Location of Model number is indicated by arrow in image FunPower Model Series 1362XX - Includes only 1362XX engines built on or before June 22, 1995 (950622XX). Example: Model Type Date Code 136212 0615 A1 950622YB - Has a 2" tall plastic fuel cap. - Location of Model and Date Code number is indicated by arrow in image. The engines involved in this recall were manufactured in the United States.. Recalled by Briggs & Stratton Corp., of Milwaukee, Wis.. Units affected: About 160,0000.
Why was this product recalled? ▼
Fuel from the engine can spill out, if the fun-kart overturns, posing serious fire and burn hazards to consumers.
What should consumers do? ▼
Consumers should stop using the fun-karts immediately and contact a local Briggs & Stratton dealer for a free engine repair.
Which agency issued this recall? ▼
This recall was issued by the CPSC on August 8, 2002. Severity: Moderate. Recall number: 02222.

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