Gibbs Sports Amphibians Recalls Quadski Amphibious Vehicles Due To Injury Risk

February 2015 Powersport News

Recall Summary

Name of Product:

Quadski and Quadski XL

Hazard:

The handlebar can fail while the vehicle is in operation, causing the operator to lose control of the steering and braking system of the vehicle, posing a risk of injury.

Remedy:

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Repair

Consumer Contact:

Gibbs’ Sports Amphibians toll-free at (877) 230-0888 between 8 a.m. and 5 p.m. ET Monday through Friday or online at www.quadski.com and click on Quadski or Quadski XL, go to the bottom of the page and click on “Recall” for more information.

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Recall Details

Units

About 320

Description

This recall includes Gibbs’ Quadski which is a one-seater and Quadski XL which is a two-seater. The products are high speed amphibious vehicles that are an ATV on land, and also operate on water. The recalled vehicles have HIN numbers ranging from US-GSA601J213 though US-GSAJ1048C414 on Quadski and US-GSAJ5001J213 though US-GSAM5203H415 on Quadski XL. HIN numbers are printed on a plate located on the right rear corner of the vehicle. Brand and model names are printed on the back panel and on the side of the vehicle.

Incidents/Injuries

No consumer incidents have been reported. Three reports of breakage during testing have been reported; one involved injury to the neck of the test operator.

Remedy

Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled vehicles and contact an authorized dealer for a repair at no cost.

Sold at

Gibbs Sports Amphibians dealers nationwide from January 2012 through October 2014 for about $42,000.

Manufacturer(s)

Gibbs Sports Amphibians Inc. of Auburn Hills, Mich.

Manufactured in

United States

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