CONSUMER SAFETY ALERT
The seat belt adjustment for the shoulder buckle can break during impact or stress, posing an ejection and injury hazard to driver and passenger.
TJ Power Sports Recalls Dune Buggies Due To Ejection Hazard
This recall involves the dune buggies "Twister Hammerhead" with model number UM150IIR and model year 2004. The dune buggies were available in red, blue, or green. "Twister Hammerhead", the model number, and the model year can be found imprinted on the bar behind the driver and passenger seats.
Required Consumer Action
Consumers should stop using these dune buggies immediately and contact TJ Power Sports for instructions on how to receive a replacement seat belt.
Contact Information
For additional information, contact TJ Power Sports toll-free at (800) 275-1701 for consumer inquiries. Consumers can also obtain information via email at mail@hammerheadoffroad.com
Recall Details
Sold At
Twister dealers nationwide and online retailers from July 2004 through December 2004 for about $3,000.
Injuries
TJ Power Sports has received one report of a seat belt breaking that resulted in nerve damage to the rider's right arm.
Recall Number
08262
Product Information
Product Name
Twister Hammerhead Dune Buggies
Product Type
Utility, Off-Road Vehicles/Golf Carts
Number of Units
About 400
Imported By
TJ Power Sports LLC, of Irving, Texas
Manufactured In
China