Severity
Moderate
CPSC recall · Reported October 1, 2002
The hose barbs that are used for the fuel fittings on the bottom of the fuel tank may have been overly tightened and possibly the wrong sealer was used during assembly. This can c…
The CPSC recalled The recalled ATVs are the Agritrax 8260 and Talon 8260-01. The model carries the identifi… - a moderate-severity action.
CPSC, Manco Products, Inc Announce Recall of ATVs was recalled and listed by the CPSC in October 1, 2002. Reason: The hose barbs that are used for the fuel fittings on the bottom of the fuel tank may have been overly tighte…. Remedy: Consumers should stop using these ATVs immediately and contact their local Manco Products…. Verify recall #03501 with the CPSC before acting.
The recall
issued this moderate-severity CPSC recall-The hose barbs that are used for the fuel fittings on the bottom of the fuel tank may have been overly tighte….
Sourced from official CPSC enforcement records. Verify recall #03501 with the agency before acting. Full product description, hazard, remedy, and related recalls are below.
This CPSC action (record #03501) was formally reported on October 1, 2002. It is classified under Moderate severity, with a current status of Active. The recalling firm is not specified in the federal record. Federal records list the affected scope as Approximately 950.
The documented reason for this recall is: The hose barbs that are used for the fuel fittings on the bottom of the fuel tank may have been overly tightened and possibly the wrong sealer was used during assembly. This can cause the threaded joint to fail and the … Distribution information was not included in the agency filing, so consumers should assume broad potential exposure until the firm publishes point-of-sale details. The remedy documented by the agency is: Consumers should stop using these ATVs immediately and contact their local Manco Products, Inc. dealer to schedule a free repair or to receive a full refund. Owners of these ATVs have been directly n… - consumers holding this product should act on that instruction rather than relying on general guidance.
Within the same product category the archive holds 6 closely related recalls, 6 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.
Where this recall sits in its category - 7,642 vehicles recalls on record
Of 101,704 recalls in the database, 24,878 are high severity, 72,426 moderate, and 4,400 low. This recall is classified moderate severity.
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Severity
Moderate
Affected scope
Approximately 950
Related Recalls
6
6 from same agency
The recalled ATVs are the Agritrax 8260 and Talon 8260-01. The model carries the identifications "Talon" or "Agritrax" on both sides of the bodywork.
The hose barbs that are used for the fuel fittings on the bottom of the fuel tank may have been overly tightened and possibly the wrong sealer was used during assembly. This can cause the threaded joint to fail and the sealer to not adhere to the joint itself. Fuel can drip from the tank, posing a fire hazard. In addition, there was a casting flaw in the aluminum housing on the front suspension. This could cause the front wheel to come loose from the connection point, causing the rider to lose control of the vehicle.
Consumers should stop using these ATVs immediately and contact their local Manco Products, Inc. dealer to schedule a free repair or to receive a full refund. Owners of these ATVs have been directly notified about this recall.
| Attribute | Value |
|---|---|
| Agency | U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission |
| Severity class | Moderate |
| Status | Active |
| Recall number | 03501 |
| Date reported | October 1, 2002 |
| Date initiated | October 1, 2002 |
| Recalling firm | Not disclosed |
| Affected scope | Approximately 950 |
| 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 ATVs immediately and contact their local Manco Products, Inc. dealer to schedule a free repair …
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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