CPSC recall · Reported March 9, 2016
KYMCO Recalls Utility Vehicles Due to Crash and Injury Hazards (Recall Alert)
The throttle can fail to return to idle causing the rider to lose control, posing crash and injury hazards.
Kymco USA, of Spartanburg, S.c. recalled This recall involves all model years 2015 and 2016 UXV 450i, UXV 450i LE and UXV 450i Tur….
KYMCO Recalls Utility Vehicles Due to Crash and Injury Hazards (Recall Alert) was recalled by Kymco USA, of Spartanburg, S.c. in March 9, 2016. Reason: The throttle can fail to return to idle causing the rider to lose control, posing crash and injury hazards.. Remedy: Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled utility vehicles and contact an auth…. Verify recall #16730 with the CPSC before acting.
The recall
Kymco USA, of Spartanburg, S.c. issued this CPSC recall-The throttle can fail to return to idle causing the rider to lose control, posing crash and injury hazards..
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- March 9, 2016
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Sourced from official CPSC enforcement records. Verify recall #16730 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
This recall involves all model years 2015 and 2016 UXV 450i, UXV 450i LE and UXV 450i Turf models. Recalled utility vehicles come in the colors blue, camouflage, matte black, gold, green, red, blue and black. The model year 2015 recalled vehicles are those units with the last six numbers of the vehicle identification numbers (VIN) between 100101 and 190370. The model year 2016 recalled vehicles are those units with the last six numbers of the vehicle identification numbers (VIN) between 190371 and 260240. The VIN can be found on the frame behind the right front wheel. UXV is printed on each side of the rear cargo box and on the hood. KYMCO is printed on the side panels.
Reason for recall
The throttle can fail to return to idle causing the rider to lose control, posing crash and injury hazards.
Remedy, what to do
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled utility vehicles and contact an authorized KYMCO dealer for a free inspection and free repair. KYMCO is contacting consumers directly.
Recall Profile
| Attribute | Value |
|---|---|
| Agency | U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission |
| Severity class | Not classified by agency |
| Status | Active |
| Recall number | 16730 |
| Date reported | March 9, 2016 |
| Date initiated | March 9, 2016 |
| Recalling firm | Kymco USA, of Spartanburg, S.c. |
| Affected scope | About 1,700 |
| 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 utility vehicles and contact an authorized KYMCO dealer for a free inspectio…
- Check the recall number (16730) 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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