Yerf-Dog Go-Karts

CPSC Recall #05-205 — June 20, 2005

Recall #05-205 Date: June 20, 2005 Remedy: Dispose, No Remedy Available

Product

Yerf-Dog Go-Karts

Description

This recall involves one- and two-seater model Yerf-Dog Spiderbox series go-karts. The go-karts have full suspension and 150cc engines. Date codes and model numbers are located on a plate attached to the engine casing. Date codes and model numbers included in this recall are:ModelDate Codes3206July 20, 2004 through March 4, 20054209July 20, 2004 through February 18, 200542092July 20, 2004 through November 22, 200442093August 9, 2004 through November 19, 200442101July 28, 2004 through October 12, 2004

Hazard

The suspension assembly can crack causing the rider to lose control of the go-kart.

Incidents / Injuries

The manufacturer has received five reports of the suspension assembly cracking and causing the rider to lose control, including reports of bruises and head and back injuries.

Remedy

The company is out of business, and a remedy is no longer available. Please do not use the recalled go-cart if it has not been repaired.

Units Affected

About 10,000

Sold At

Yerf-Dog dealers nationwide from July 2004 through May 2005 for between $1,500 and $1,800.

Manufacturer

FF Acquisition Wheeled Goods Corp. of West Point, Miss.

Manufactured In

United States