Baja Motorsports Recalls Dirt Bikes Sold Exclusively at Pep Boys Due to Fire and Burn Hazards
CPSC recall 11159 · announced March 9, 2011 · Baja Inc., D/b/a Baja Motorsports · 4,300 units affected
The product
This recall involves all model DR50 and DR70 Baja dirt bikes with VIN numbers beginning with "L98." The model number and VIN are located on the product data plate, which is located on the side of the "goose neck" (where the handle bars meet the body of the bike).
The hazard
Fuel can leak from the fuel tank, posing a fire and burn hazard to consumers.
What to do (per CPSC)
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled dirt bikes and contact Baja Motorsports to schedule a free repair. Remedy type: Repair
Notes
Incidents (per CPSC): The firm has received six reports of fires from fuel leakage including one report of minor burns to a consumer's legs.
Sold at: Pep Boys stores nationwide from December 2010 through January 2011 for between $550 and $650.
Consumer contact: For additional information, contact Baja Motorsports toll-free at (888) 863-2252 between 10 a.m. and 7 p.m. ET Monday through Friday or visit the firm’s website at www.bajamotorsports.com
Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission public recall data. This page reports official records and is not legal, medical, or repair advice.