CPSC, Koyker Manufacturing Announce Recall of Utility Vehicles
U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission recall (2003-10-21). About 350 units in the US.
| Agency | U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission |
|---|---|
| Recall number | 04506 |
| Published | 2003-10-21 |
| Last updated | 2025-03-24 |
| Product category | Utility, Off-Road Vehicles/Golf Carts |
| Products | Raptor Utility Vehicles |
| Firm named in the title | Koyker Manufacturing |
| Firms | Koyker Manufacturing Company, of Lennox, S.D. (manufacturer) |
| Manufactured in | United States |
| Units (US) | 350 |
| Remedy classes | replace, stop use |
| Sold | Utility vehicle dealerships nationwide, from June 2001 through August 2003, for about $6,600. |
Description
This recall involves Raptor 1000M off-road utility vehicles. The two-wheel drive vehicles have two seats and a back bed. "Raptor" is printed in black under the vehicles gas cap. Only two wheel drive vehicles with transaxle manufactured between April 12, 2001 and July 31, 2003 are included in this recall.
Hazard
Brass gear in the steering sector can break, causing consumers to lose steering capabilities.
Remedy
Consumers should stop using the vehicles and return them to the dealership where purchased for a free replacement steering sector.
Incidents and injuries
There have been 34 reported incidents of consumers losing steering control. No injuries have been reported.
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