CPSC, Eton America Announce Recall of Youth All-Terrain Vehicles (ATVs)
U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission recall (2003-02-05). About 1,400 units in the US.
| Agency | U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission |
|---|---|
| Recall number | 03526 |
| Published | 2003-02-05 |
| Last updated | 2025-07-09 |
| Product category | All Terrain Vehicles (ATVs) |
| Products | Viper Jr youth ATVs |
| Firm named in the title | Eton America |
| Firms | Eton America LLC, of Spartanburg, S.C. (distributor) |
| Units (US) | 1,400 |
| Remedy classes | repair, stop use |
| Sold | Dealerships nationwide sold these ATVs, from August 2002 through January 2003, for $1500. |
Description
The recalled 2003 model ATVs are red, yellow and black. They have the brand name "Viper Jr" written on both sides of the front chassis. These are small ATVs intended for children between ages 6 and 12.
Hazard
The ATV contains a remote shutoff switch that shuts the ATV off. For the remote shutoff switch to work, the receiver switch on the ATV must be in the on position. It was possible for the ATV to be started with the receiver switch in the off position. The ATV could not be shutoff with the remote switch, should the rider start to act in an unsafe manner. This could cause serious bodily harm.
Remedy
Consumers should stop using these ATVs immediately and contact their local dealer to schedule an appointment for their ATV to be repaired. Owners of these ATVs have been notified.
Incidents and injuries
None reported.
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