American Landmaster EV recalled over injury risk

Recall date

February 16, 2022

Source

U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC)

Official notice title

American Landmaster Recalls Utility Vehicles Due to Crash and Injury Hazards

Recall number

22081

Brand / firm

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

Sold / distributed

American Landmaster dealers nationwide from March 2021 through October 2021 for between $7,200 and $12,700.

Why it was recalled

The steering shaft can separate from the joint and result in a loss of control, posing crash and injury hazards.

What was recalled

This recall involves American Landmaster utility vehicles series EV, L3, L4, L5, L5W and L7, equipped with standard (non-power) steering, and manufactured between March 2021 and October 2021. They were sold in red, blue and camouflage colors. Landmaster and the model name appear on the frame near the front left wheel of the vehicles. The model year and date of manufacture can be found on a data plate behind the vehicle's pedals.

What to do

Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled utility vehicles and contact American Landmaster to receive instructions for conducting an inspection to determine if your vehicle requires repair, or to make an appointment for a no-cost inspection and, if necessary, full repair from an authorized repair shop. American Landmaster is contacting all registered owners directly.. Follow the official notice for full instructions.