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Recalled Intimidator and Mahindra branded Classic 750 UTV -
Recalled Intimidator and Mahindra branded Classic 750cc UTV -
Recalled Intimidator and Mahindra branded Classic 1000 UTV -
Recalled Intimidator and Mahindra branded Crew 750 UTV -
Recalled Intimidator and Mahindra branded Crew 1000 UTV -
Recalled Intimidator GC1K Crew UTV -
Recalled Intimidator GC1K Classic UTV -
Recalled Intimidator GC1K Truck UTV -
Recalled Intimidator and Mahindra branded Truck 1000 UTV -
Recalled Intimidator and Mahindra branded Truck 750 UTV -
Recalled Intimidator Enforcer 800 UTV -
Recalled Intimidator Classic 800 UTV -
Recalled Intimidator Crew 800 UTV -
Recalled Mahindra branded TGB Classic -
Recalled Mahindar branded TGB Crew -
VIN number located inside the glove box, inside the hood compartment and below the seat
The throttle cable can freeze at low ambient temperatures, resulting in a stuck throttle which can cause the brakes to fail to stop the vehicle, posing a crash hazard. Additionally, on certain Model Year 2022 Intimidator GC1K vehicles, the onboard software does not prevent consumers from exceeding 15 mph when the seatbelt is disengaged, posing a crash hazard.
About 16,000
Intimidator toll-free at 855-307-0933 from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. CT, Monday through Friday or online depending on your model’s brand at www.intimidatorutv.com/recall/ or www.intimidatorutv.com and click on “Recalls” at the bottom of the page or www.mahindrausa.com/--recall-notices or www.mahindrausa.com and click on “Recall Notices” at the bottom of the page for more information.
Recall Details
This recall involves Intimidator and Mahindra branded models 750, 800, 1000, TGB, and GC1K utility vehicles (UTVs). The recalled UTVs were sold in a variety of colors. “Intimidator” or “Mahindra” is displayed on the front grill and the model series is printed on the rear-side panels. The vehicle identification number (VIN) can be found on a label inside the glove box, inside the hood compartment and below the driver’s seat. The serial numbers of affected Intimidator vehicles are available at www.intimidatorutv.com/recall/. The serial range of the affected Mahindra vehicles are 000000 through 010545. The following vehicles are included in this recall:
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Make & Model: |
Model Years: |
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Intimidator GC1K Classic |
2018-2022 |
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Intimidator GC1K Crew |
2019-2022 |
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Intimidator GC1K Truck |
2019-2022 |
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Intimidator 750 Classic |
2013-2022 |
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Intimidator 750 Crew |
2014-2022 |
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Intimidator 750 Truck |
2013-2022 |
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Intimidator 800 Classic |
2015-2018 |
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Intimidator 800 Crew |
2015-2018 |
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Intimidator 800 Enforcer |
2016-2018 |
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Intimidator 1000 Series Diesel Classic |
2013-2022 |
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Intimidator 1000 Series Diesel Crew |
2013-2022 |
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Intimidator 1000 Series Diesel Truck |
2013-2022 |
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Mahindra 750 Classic |
2015-2020 |
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Mahindra 750 Crew |
2015-2020 |
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Mahindra 750 Truck |
2015-2020 |
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Mahindra TGB Classic |
2015-2020 |
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Mahindra TGB Crew |
2015-2020 |
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Mahindra 1000 Diesel Classic |
2015-2020 |
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Mahindra 1000 Diesel Crew |
2015-2020 |
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Mahindra 1000 Diesel Truck |
2015-2020 |
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled utility vehicles and contact an Intimidator or Mahindra authorized dealer to schedule a free repair and to receive a software update/fix for the speed limiter.
Intimidator has received 393 reports of throttle cables freezing, including four reports of crashes resulting in bruises. There were no incidents of excess speed when the seatbelt is disengaged.
Note: Individual Commissioners may have statements related to this topic. Please visit www.cpsc.gov/commissioners to search for statements related to this or other topics.
Related Recalls
The recalled helmets do not comply with the retention system requirements of the mandatory federal safety regulations for bicycle helmets. The helmets can fail to protect the wearer in the event of a crash, posing a risk of head injury.
The front fork of the recalled KickScooters can break, posing fall and injury hazards to the rider.
The crank can break, due to fatigue fractures, causing the rider to lose control, posing fall and crash hazards.
The high voltage cables on the motor controller unit can be loose, causing the cable to arc or overheat while in use, posing fire and crash hazards and risk of serious injury.
The recalled ATVs fail to comply with the requirements of the federal mandatory ATV safety regulations. The youth ATVs’ mechanical suspension fails to comply with safety requirements, posing a crash hazard. The adult ATVs’ service brakes fail to sufficiently stop the vehicle, posing a crash hazard, and the handlebars pose a laceration hazard if the adult rider’s body or head impacts the handlebars. ATVs that fail to meet the mandatory safety regulations pose a risk of serious injury or death.
Weight plates above 55 lbs included in the set can dislodge from the 5 lb grip handles, posing an impact injury hazard to the user.
The U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) is charged with protecting the public from unreasonable risk of injury or death associated with the use of thousands of types of consumer products. Deaths, injuries, and property damage from consumer product-related incidents cost the nation more than $1 trillion annually. CPSC's work to ensure the safety of consumer products has contributed to a decline in the rate of injuries associated with consumer products over the past 50 years.
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