CPSC, Eton America Announce Recall of Youth All-Terrain Vehicles (ATVs)
CPSC Recall Notice
Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) — official agency notice for recall CPSC-2479.
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.
Corrective Action (per CPSC)
Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) — official agency notice for recall CPSC-2479.
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.
✅ What you should do
- Stop using the product if you own it.
- Check the model number, lot code, or sell-by date against the recall notice above.
- Contact Dealerships Nationwide Sold These Atvs, From August 2002 Through January 2003, For $1500. or the retailer where you bought it for a refund, replacement, or repair.
- For the most current official instructions, visit the CPSC recall page.
- If you've been hurt by this product, report the incident to CPSC.
Consumer Contact (per CPSC)
Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) — official agency notice for recall CPSC-2479.
For more information, contact Eton at (864) 278-9585 between 8:30 a.m. and 5:00 p.m. PT Monday through Friday.
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Dealerships Nationwide Sold These Atvs, From August 2002 Through January 2003, For $1500. Recall FAQ
Dealerships Nationwide Sold These Atvs, From August 2002 Through January 2003, For $1500. is the subject of a vehicles / atvs recall: CPSC, Eton America Announce Recall of Youth All-Terrain Vehicles (ATVs). The notice was published on February 5, 2003 by the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC). Approximately 1,400 units are potentially affected.