CPSC

"Viper Jr" youth ATVs Recalled for Safety Concern

Recalled "Viper Jr" youth ATV
Recalled "Viper Jr" youth ATV

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.

What You Should Do

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.

Consumer Contact

For more information, contact Eton at (864) 278-9585 between 8:30 a.m. and 5:00 p.m. PT Monday through Friday.

Products

"Viper Jr" youth ATVs

Injuries & Incidents

Sold At

Dealerships nationwide sold these ATVs, from August 2002 through January 2003, for $1500.