Mini Bikes Recalled by Baja Motorsports Due to Fall and Crash Hazards; Sold Exclusively at Tractor Supply Company
CPSC recall 15238 · announced September 9, 2015 · Baja Inc. D/b/a Baja Motorsports · 4,600 units affected
The product
This recall involves Baja Motorsports gas-powered mini bikes manufactured during November 2014 and December 2014. The recalled mini bikes have a black frame with a black padded seat, a storage tank and fenders that are camouflage, side reflectors, a headlight and a tail light. A decal with model number "Baja Warrior 200" inside a circle with wings attached is on both sides of the storage tank. The date of manufacture is printed on the bottom right of the Vehicle Emissions Control Information label in the MM/YY format. The label is attached to the front side of the engine.
The hazard
The front fork can separate from the wheel, posing fall and crash hazards to riders.
What to do (per CPSC)
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled mini bikes and contact Baja Motorsports to schedule a free repair. Remedy type: Repair
Notes
Incidents (per CPSC): The firm has received 22 reports of the front forks separating from the wheel, including 11 reports of minor injuries.
Sold at: Tractor Supply Company stores from February 2015 through August 2015 for about $650.
Consumer contact: Baja toll-free at 888-863-2252 from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. ET Monday through Friday, or online at www.bajamotorsports.com and click on Safety Information for more information.
Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission public recall data. This page reports official records and is not legal, medical, or repair advice.