[Recalled] RANGER Off-Road Utility Vehicles and Professional Series Utility Task Vehicles (UTVs) — This recall involves RANGER Off-Road Utility Vehicles and Professional Series U… | CPSC 2002-08-20

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Recall details

Why it was recalled

According to the CPSC notice, the identified hazard is: This recall involves RANGER Off-Road Utility Vehicles and Professional Series Utility Task Vehicles ("UTVs"). The RANGERs and UTVs were manufactured in the USA. Hazards: The problem with the RANGER vehicles and UTVs involves the swing arm, which is part of the rear suspension. During operation of the vehicle, the pivot bolts of the swing arm can loosen and fall out. If this happens, the swing arm can become partially disconnected from the frame. This can result in the vehicle losing power, because the drivetrain connection to the wheels is no longer maintained. If this were to occur, the loss of power and resulting swing arm disorientation could cause the operat

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What to do if you own this product

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