Intimidator and Mahindra branded utility vehicles (UTVs)
CPSC Recall #22-152 — June 9, 2022
Product
Intimidator and Mahindra branded utility vehicles (UTVs)
Description
This recall involves Intimidator and Mahindra branded models 750, 800, 1000, TGB, and GC1K utility vehicles (UTVs). The recalled UTVs were sold in a variety of colors. “Intimidator” or “Mahindra” is displayed on the front grill and the model series is printed on the rear-side panels. The vehicle identification number (VIN) can be found on a label inside the glove box, inside the hood compartment and below the driver’s seat. The serial numbers of affected Intimidator vehicles are available at www.intimidatorutv.com/recall/. The serial range of the affected Mahindra vehicles are 000000 through 010545. The following vehicles are included in this recall:Make & Model:Model Years:Intimidator GC1K Classic2018-2022Intimidator GC1K Crew2019-2022Intimidator GC1K Truck2019-2022Intimidator 750 Classic2013-2022Intimidator 750 Crew2014-2022Intimidator 750 Truck2013-2022Intimidator 800 Classic2015-2018Intimidator 800 Crew2015-2018Intimidator 800 Enforcer2016-2018Intimidator 1000 Series Diesel Classic2013-2022Intimidator 1000 Series Diesel Crew2013-2022Intimidator 1000 Series Diesel Truck2013-2022Mahindra 750 Classic2015-2020Mahindra 750 Crew2015-2020Mahindra 750 Truck2015-2020Mahindra TGB Classic 2015-2020Mahindra TGB Crew2015-2020Mahindra 1000 Diesel Classic2015-2020Mahindra 1000 Diesel Crew2015-2020Mahindra 1000 Diesel Truck2015-2020
Hazard
The throttle cable can freeze at low ambient temperatures, resulting in a stuck throttle which can cause the brakes to fail to stop the vehicle, posing a crash hazard. Additionally, on certain Model Year 2022 Intimidator GC1K vehicles, the onboard software does not prevent consumers from exceeding 15 mph when the seatbelt is disengaged, posing a crash hazard.
Incidents / Injuries
Intimidator has received 393 reports of throttle cables freezing, including four reports of crashes resulting in bruises. There were no incidents of excess speed when the seatbelt is disengaged.
Remedy
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled utility vehicles and contact an Intimidator or Mahindra authorized dealer to schedule a free repair and to receive a software update/fix for the speed limiter.
Units Affected
About 16,000
Sold At
Intimidator and Mahindra authorized dealers nationwide from August 2013 through February 2022 for between $11,000 and $21,500.
Manufacturer
Intimidator, of Batesville, Ark.
Manufactured In
United States
What Should You Do?
Stop using this product immediately. Check if you purchased it and follow the remedy instructions — contact the manufacturer for a Repair. If you experienced an injury, report it to the CPSC SaferProducts.gov.