CPSC Recall in 2016: Hammerhead Off-Road Recalls Fun-Karts Due to Fuel Leak and Fire Hazards (Recall Alert)

Updated on January 18, 2026.

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Data Source: CPSC.

Recall Number: 17-711

Date: November 14, 2016

Product Name: Fun-karts

Recall Description:

This recall involves model year 2009 through 2015 Hammerhead Off-Road GL 150, GTS 150 and GTS Platinum fun-karts. The recalled fun-karts have two seats and a rear cargo rack and were sold in red, black, white, orange, blue and green. “GTS” is printed on the side cage and the hood of the GTS models and “Hammerhead” is printed on the hood of the GL models. Serial numbers are printed on the cross bar behind the seats.   Model Year Model 2009 GTS 150 2010 GTS 150 2011 GTS 150 2011 GL 150 2012 GTS 150 2012 GL 150 2013 GTS 150 2013 GL 150 2014 GTS 150 2014 GL 150 2014 GTS Platinum 2015 GTS 150 2015 GL 150 2015 GTS Platinum    

Hazard Description:

The fuel tank can crack and cause the fuel to leak out, posing a fire hazard.  

Consumer Action:

Remedy Type:

Replace

Units: About 9,900

Incidents:

None reported

Sold At:

Hammerhead Off-Road dealers nationwide from August 2009 through July 2016 for between $2,100 and $2,900.

Manufactured In:

China