Recall: Gibbs Sports Amphibians Recalls Quadski Amphibious Vehicles Due to Injury Risk

Description: This recall includes Gibbs' Quadski which is a one-seater and Quadski XL which is a two-seater. The products are high speed amphibious vehicles that are an ATV on land, and also operate on water. The recalled vehicles have HIN numbers ranging from US-GSA601J213 though US-GSAJ1048C414 on Quadski and US-GSAJ5001J213 though US-GSAM5203H415 on Quadski XL. HIN numbers are printed on a plate located on the right rear corner of the vehicle. Brand and model names are printed on the back panel and on the side of the vehicle.

Name of product: Quadski and Quadski XL

Units: About 320

Manufacturer: Gibbs Sports Amphibians Inc. of Auburn Hills, Mich.

Hazard: The handlebar can fail while the vehicle is in operation, causing the operator to lose control of the steering and braking system of the vehicle, posing a risk of injury.

Remedy: Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled vehicles and contact an authorized dealer for a repair at no cost.

Recall date: February 03, 2015

Incidents/Injuries: No consumer incidents have been reported. Three reports of breakage during testing have been reported; one involved injury to the neck of the test operator.

Sold At: Gibbs Sports Amphibians dealers nationwide from January 2012 through October 2014 for about $42,000.

Manufactured in: United States

Consumer contact: Gibbs Sports Amphibians toll-free at (877) 230-0888 between 8 a.m. and 5 p.m. ET Monday through Friday, or online at www.quadski.com and click on Quadski or Quadski XL, go to the bottom of the page and click on "Recall" for more information.

Recall number: 15-067