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Product Recall
Baja Motorsports Recalls Dirt Bikes Sold Exclusively at Pep Boys Due to Fire and Burn Hazards
Baja DR50
Dirt Bikes
Recall Date: March 9th, 2011
Type: Two-Wheeled Powered Off-Road Vehicles
Units: About 4,300
Hazards: Fuel can leak from the fuel tank, posing a fire and burn hazard to consumers.
Remedies: Repair
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled dirt bikes and contact Baja Motorsports to schedule a free repair.
Description
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).
Images:
Baja DR50
Baja DR70
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.comInjuries:
The firm has received six reports of fires from fuel leakage including one report of minor burns to a consumer’s legs.
Retailers:
Pep Boys stores nationwide from December 2010 through January 2011 for between $550 and $650.
Importers:
Baja Inc., d/b/a Baja Motorsports, of Anderson, S.C.
