Go-Karts Recalled for Repair Due to Loss of Control Hazard
CPSC Recall1 injuries · 2006-03-02 · 06102
Hazards
The throttle that controls the go-kart engine can fail and not return the vehicle to idle speed, posing a loss of control hazard to the driver.
Recall
Number
06102
Date
2006-03-02
Injuries reported
1
Products
Names
Manco Blazer Fun-Kart, Sunright International Go-Karts
Companies
Retailer(s)
Manco go-karts were sold at retailers nationwide from November 2005 through December 2005 for about $900. Sunright go-karts were sold at other retailers in Arkansas, Tennessee and Texas from August 2005 through November 2005 from $900 to $1100.
Importer(s)
Sunright International, of Norcross, Ga.
Distributor(s)
Manco Power Sports Inc. of Fort Wayne, Ind.
Country of manufacture
China
Description
The recall involves two-seat go-karts, Manco Blazer model 1050L-09 and Sunright International model RTV50-SK50, equipped with a 49 cc engine and an electric start. The go-karts were produced in several colors including red, green, blue, and yellow. The VIN number on the Manco go-karts is attached to the frame behind the seat back cushion. The VIN number on the Sunright go-karts is stamped on the side of the engine. The recalled go-karts contain one of the following VIN numbers: Manco: 1095292 through 1099782 Sunright: 04100017 through 05100771