Reported Jun 9, 2022
Intimidator Recalls Intimidator and Mahindra Utility Vehicles (UTVs) Due to Crash Hazard
Intimidator of Batesville, Ark.
Risk not classifiedThe agency has not ranked the risk yet — treat the notice as a caution.What you should do
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.
Firm contact: 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.
What it looks like
Is this the product you have?
- Intimidator and Mahindra branded utility vehicles (UTVs)
- Amount recalled
- About 16,000
Where it was sold
Sold at Intimidator and Mahindra authorized dealers nationwide from August 2013 through February 2022 for between $11,000 and $21,500..
Why it was recalled
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.
The agency has not ranked the risk yet — treat the notice as a caution.
Reports so far: 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.
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