Cannondale Recalls FX 400 and Cannibal ATVs Due to Steering Defects
Cannondale is recalling approximately 630 FX 400 and Cannibal ATVs because ball joints and tie-rod assemblies can break, causing loss of control.
What this means for you
Our assessment, not the agency’s: severity 4/5 (Severe).
The hazard poses a serious risk of illness, injury, or structural failure. Stop using the product immediately and contact the manufacturer for a refund or repair.
Our severity reasoning: The recall involves a structural vehicle defect (steering components) with reported injuries, meeting the criteria for a Severe rating.
Plain-English summary
Cannondale Corp. is recalling approximately 630 Cannondale "FX 400" and "Cannibal" all-terrain vehicles (ATVs). The recall addresses a defect where the ball joints in the A-arm assembly can break, potentially causing the front wheels to lose stability. Additionally, the tie-rod assemblies can break or work loose, which may damage the steering column plate end or knuckle. If these components fail, the operator can lose control of the vehicle during use, leading to a crash.
Cannondale has received five reports of ball joints breaking and two reports of tie-rod ends breaking. These incidents resulted in one consumer suffering a concussion and another suffering a bruised shoulder. The affected ATVs were sold nationwide by Cannondale dealers from February 2001 through mid-July 2001 for between $7,000 and $8,000.
Consumers should stop riding these ATVs immediately. Owners should contact their local Cannondale dealer to schedule an appointment to have the ball joints and tie-rod assemblies replaced free of charge. Owners were directly notified about this recall. For more information, consumers can contact Cannondale toll-free at (877) DLR-MOTO (357-6686) or visit www.Cannondale.com.
The recalled product
- Product
- Cannondale "FX 400" and "Cannibal" All-Terrain Vehicles (ATVs)
- Manufacturer
- Cannondale Corp., of Bethel, Conn.
- Affected units
- 630
Distribution
Distributed nationwide across the United States.
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