Cpsc, Cannondale Corp. Announce Recall Of Atvs

Recall Summary Cannondale Corp. is recalling its FX 400 and Cannibal ATVs because the ball joints in the front suspension and tie-rod assemblies can break or loosen, potentially causing the front wheels to lose stability or the steering to fail. If these parts break during use, the operator could lose control of the vehicle and crash. The recall affects ATVs distributed nationwide.

Recalling firm

Cannondale Corp., of Bethel, Conn.

Product

Cannondale "FX 400" and "Cannibal" All-Terrain Vehicles (ATVs)

Reason

The ball joints in the A-arm assembly on these vehicles can break, which could cause the front wheels to lose stability. Also, the tie-rod assemblies on these vehicles can break or work loose, and damage either the steering column plate end or knuckle. If the ball joints or a tie rod end breaks, the operator can lose control of the vehicle during use, and crash.

Category

consumer product recall

Country

United States

Agency

U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission

Recall date

2001-08-15

Status

Ongoing

Distribution

Nationwide

Official recall notice from U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission

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