June 21, 2005
About 10,000 Yerf-Dog Go-Karts are being recalled. The suspension assembly can crack causing the rider to lose control of the go-kart.
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.
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:
| Model | Date Codes |
|---|---|
| 3206 | July 20, 2004 through March 4, 2005 |
| 4209 | July 20, 2004 through February 18, 2005 |
| 42092 | July 20, 2004 through November 22, 2004 |
| 42093 | August 9, 2004 through November 19, 2004 |
| 42101 | July 28, 2004 through October 12, 2004 |
The units were sold by Yerf-Dog dealers nationwide from July 2004 through May 2005 for between $1,500 and $1,800.
Consumers should stop using the recalled go-karts immediately and contact FF Acquisition Wheeled Goods for repair information. Registered owners will be notified directly about the recall.
Consumer Contact: For additional information, contact FF Acquisition Wheeled Goods Corp. at (800) 683-0072 between 8 a.m. and 5 p.m. CT Monday through Friday, or visit the firms Web site at www.yerf-dog.com
The recall is being conducted in cooperation with the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC).
