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

Intimidator and Mahindra branded utility vehicles (UTVs)

Date of Recall

2022-06-09

CPSC Release Number

22-152

Manufactured In

United States

Units

About 16,000

Manufacturer

Intimidator, of Batesville, Ark.

Sold By

Intimidator and Mahindra authorized dealers nationwide from August 2013 through February 2022 for between $11,000 and $21,500.

Problem/Hazard

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.

Injuries/Incidents

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.

Description

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

Remedy

Repair

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