Mtd Consumer Group, Inc. | NHTSA Recall #04E029000

Vehicle safety recall details from the Department of Transportation.

Description

Detailed recall information for NHTSA ID 04E029000 by Mtd Consumer Group, Inc.. Includes 7,854 affected units, MTD/QUICK RAMPS/PORTABLE LOADING RAMPS, component: EQUIPMENT, and more from the Department of Transportation.

Defect Summary

Arnold "quick ramps" portable loading ramps p/ns 490-150-005, 490-150-008, 490-150-009, 490-150-010, and 490-150-015. the crimp that holds the cable and hook together of the retaining cables were not crimped all the way and can fail while in use allowing the ramp to fall to the ground.

Corrective Action

Mtd, through arnold, will substitute nylon or polypropylene anchor straps for the cables. this remedy is free to the customer and can be obtained by contacting arnold at 1-866-864-2949. owner notification is expected to begin during may 2004. owners who do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contact arnold at the number listed above.

Recall Overview

NHTSA ID: 04E029000

Manufacturer: Mtd Consumer Group, Inc.

Report Received Date: 2004-04-19T00:00:00

Subject: Mtd/quick ramps/portable loading ramps

Component: Equipment

Potentially Affected Units: 7,854

Details

MFR Campaign Number: NR (Not Reported)

Recall Type: Equipment

Defect Summary: Arnold "quick ramps" portable loading ramps p/ns 490-150-005, 490-150-008, 490-150-009, 490-150-010, and 490-150-015. the crimp that holds the cable and hook together of the retaining cables were not crimped all the way and can fail while in use allowing the ramp to fall to the ground.

Consequence Summary: Persons may injured if the cable fails and the ramp falls.

Corrective Action: Mtd, through arnold, will substitute nylon or polypropylene anchor straps for the cables. this remedy is free to the customer and can be obtained by contacting arnold at 1-866-864-2949. owner notification is expected to begin during may 2004. owners who do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contact arnold at the number listed above.

Safety Information

Fire Risk When Parked: No

Do Not Drive: No

Completion Rate: N/A

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NHTSA ID: 04E029000

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Created At: 1742808662

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Updated At: 1742808662

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