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Intimidator Recalls Intimidator and Mahindra Utility Vehicles (UTVs) Due to Crash Hazard

2022-06-09

Source: CPSC

Summary

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: Make & Model Model Years Intimidator GC1K Classic 2018-2022 Intimidator GC1K Crew 2019-2022 Intimidator GC1K Truck 2019-2022 Intimidator 750 Classic 2013-2022 Intimidator 750 Crew 2014-2022 Intimidator 750 Truck 2013-2022 Intimidator 800 Classic 2015-2018 Intimidator 800 Crew 2015-2018 Intimidator 800 Enforcer 2016-2018 Intimidator 1000 Series Diesel Classic 2013-2022 Intimidator 1000 Series Diesel Crew 2013-2022 Intimidator 1000 Series Diesel Truck 2013-2022 Mahindra 750 Classic 2015-2020 Mahindra 750 Crew 2015-2020 Mahindra 750 Truck 2015-2020 Mahindra TGB Classic 2015-2020 Mahindra TGB Crew 2015-2020 Mahindra 1000 Diesel Classic 2015-2020 Mahindra 1000 Diesel Crew 2015-2020 Mahindra 1000 Diesel Truck 2015-2020

What to do

  • Remedy: 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 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.
Official source: https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2022/Intimidator-Recalls-Intimidator-and-Mahindra-Utility-Vehicles-UTVs-Due-to-Crash-Hazard

Entities

Brands: Intimidator, of Batesville, Ark.

Hazards: 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.

Categories: Intimidator and Mahindra branded utility vehicles (UTVs)