CPSC recall · Reported October 7, 2014
KYMCO Recalls ATVs Due to Burn, Fire Hazards (Recall Alert)
In hot environments or high elevations, the fuel cap can fail to vent properly, causing the fuel to heat up and pressure to build up in the tank. The pressure can cause the fuel t…
The CPSC recalled The recall involves model year 2013, 2014 and 2015 KYMCO MXU 700 all-terrain vehicles (AT….
KYMCO Recalls ATVs Due to Burn, Fire Hazards (Recall Alert) was recalled and listed by the CPSC in October 7, 2014. Reason: In hot environments or high elevations, the fuel cap can fail to vent properly, causing the fuel to heat up a…. Remedy: Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled ATVs and contact an authorized KYMCO…. Verify recall #15701 with the CPSC before acting.
The recall
issued this CPSC recall-In hot environments or high elevations, the fuel cap can fail to vent properly, causing the fuel to heat up a….
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- agency class
- October 7, 2014
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Sourced from official CPSC enforcement records. Verify recall #15701 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
The recall involves model year 2013, 2014 and 2015 KYMCO MXU 700 all-terrain vehicles (ATVs) including standard, LE and Camo versions. The vehicles came in black, camouflage, gold, green, red and silver. The words KYMCO and MXU 700, MXU 700 LE or MXU 700 Camo are on the front of the hood and on each rear fender. The vehicle identification number (VIN) in the format RFBLU45U*xBxxxxxx is located on the frame behind the right front wheel. The 10th digit of the VIN indicates the model year: D = 2013, E = 2014 and F = 2015. ATVs with the last six VIN digits in the following ranges are being recalled: Model year VIN RANGE (VINs begin with RFBLU45U*) 2013 DB120111 through DB130158 2014 EB120203 through EB130204 2015 FB120315 through FB320123 * represents a check digit that varies in each VIN
Reason for recall
In hot environments or high elevations, the fuel cap can fail to vent properly, causing the fuel to heat up and pressure to build up in the tank. The pressure can cause the fuel tank to rupture or the fuel to boil out of the tank onto the operator or hot engine, resulting in burns to the operator or a fire.
Remedy, what to do
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled ATVs and contact an authorized KYMCO dealer for a free repair. The original gas caps must be collected by the dealer to confirm the repair.
Recall Profile
| Attribute | Value |
|---|---|
| Agency | U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission |
| Severity class | Not classified by agency |
| Status | Active |
| Recall number | 15701 |
| Date reported | October 7, 2014 |
| Date initiated | October 7, 2014 |
| Recalling firm | Not disclosed |
| Affected scope | About 540 |
| 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 immediately stop using the recalled ATVs and contact an authorized KYMCO dealer for a free repair. The original …
- Check the recall number (15701) 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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