American Landmaster Recalls Off-Road Utility Vehicles Due to Fire and Burn Hazards

WASHINGTON, Aug. 23, 2018 /PRNewswire/ -- https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2018/American-Landmaster-Recalls-OffRoad-Utility-Vehicles-Due-to-Fire-and-Burn-Hazards

Recall Summary

Name of Product: Off-road utility vehicles

Hazard: Gas can leak from the utility vehicle's gas tank, posing fire and burn hazards.

Remedy: Repair  

Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled vehicles and contact American Landmaster for a free repair.

Consumer Contact:

American Landmaster at 800-643-7332 from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. ET Monday through Friday, email at [email protected] or online at www.AmericanLandmaster.com and click on the "Notice to UTV Owners Important Recall Information" icon or www.AmericanLandmaster.com/recall for more information.

Recall Details

Units: About 1,500 

Description:
This recall involves model year 2018 gasoline-powered Landstar, Crossroad and Trailwagon models of American Landmaster four-wheel off-road utility vehicles. The recalled vehicles were sold in a variety of colors. The model name and number are printed on the hood of each front fender. The American Landmaster logo is printed on the center of the hood of the vehicle. The VIN is located behind the pedals and below the steering wheel.

Incidents/Injuries: None reported

Sold At: Atwood Distributing, Tractor Supply Company, Orscheln Farm and Home stores and other distributors nationwide from January 2018 through July 2018 for between $4,300 and $10,300.

Manufacturer: ASW, LLC d/b/a American Landmaster, of Columbia City, Ind.

Manufactured in: U.S.

This recall was conducted, voluntarily by the company, under CPSC's Fast Track Recall process. Fast Track recalls are initiated by firms, who commit to work with CPSC to quickly announce the recall and remedy to protect consumers.

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SOURCE U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission

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