Mahindra UTV throttle cable freeze crash hazard (CPSC June 9, 2022, #22-152, sibling of TNB02600085)

## Affected machines This bulletin covers the **Mahindra-branded portion** of CPSC recall #22-152 (June 9, 2022). The Intimidator-branded portion is covered separately in **TNB02600085** — same defect family, sister bulletin. Mahindra UTVs are **private-labeled by Intimidator LLC** in Batesville, Arkansas, and distributed in the US by Mahindra USA. The Mahindra-branded UTVs share the underlying chassis, drivetrain, and throttle cable design with their Intimidator-branded counterparts; the Mahindra-branded portion of the recall reflects this shared lineage. The UTVs were sold in a variety of colors. **"Mahindra"** is displayed on the front grill, and the model series is printed on the rear-side panels. The vehicle identification number (VIN) is on a label inside the **glove box**, inside the **hood compartment**, and **below the driver's seat**. ### Affected Mahindra models | Model | Years | |---|---| | Mahindra 750 Classic (mPact XTV / Retriever) | 2015-2020 | | Mahindra 750 Crew (mPact XTV / Retriever) | 2015-2020 | | Mahindra 750 Truck (mPact XTV / Retriever) | 2015-2020 | | Mahindra TGB Classic | 2015-2020 | | Mahindra TGB Crew | 2015-2020 | | Mahindra 1000 Diesel Classic (mPact XTV / Retriever) | 2015-2020 | | Mahindra 1000 Diesel Crew (mPact XTV / Retriever) | 2015-2020 | | Mahindra 1000 Diesel Truck (mPact XTV / Retriever) | 2015-2020 | Note: The Mahindra UTV branding evolved during this period — the earlier units (2015-2017) were branded **mPact XTV**, and the later units (2018+) were rebranded **Retriever**. Both branding eras are covered by this recall. ### Affected serial range **000000 through 010545** (Mahindra-side serial space; separate from Intimidator's serial space). ### Production / sales window Sold at **authorized Mahindra dealers nationwide** from **August 2013 through February 2022** for **$11,000 to $21,500**. ## Issue Same defect as TNB02600085 — see that bulletin for full hazard discussion. In summary: 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. The Mahindra UTVs covered by this bulletin **do not include** the GC1K-equivalent — Mahindra-branded UTVs at the time of this recall did not include a corresponding GC1K-class vehicle, so the second hazard from CPSC #22-152 (MY2022 GC1K speed limiter software defect) does not apply to Mahindra UTVs. ### Reported field incidents at recall time The 393 throttle freeze reports and 4 crash reports in the original CPSC notice reflect **combined Intimidator + Mahindra** field data — CPSC did not break out the brand-level breakdown. ## What to do 1. Find the **VIN on a label inside the glove box, inside the hood compartment, or below the driver's seat**. 2. Check your VIN against the recall list at https://www.mahindrausa.com/recall-notices. 3. If your UTV is in scope, **stop using it immediately**. 4. Contact an **authorized Mahindra dealer** to schedule a free throttle cable replacement. 5. Or contact Intimidator (which handles dealer support for Mahindra UTV recalls) toll-free at **855-307-0933** Monday-Friday 8 a.m. - 4 p.m. CT. 6. Online: https://www.mahindrausa.com/recall-notices ## Hazard Severity is rated **warning** for the same reasons as TNB02600085. ## Related bulletins - **TNB02600085** — Direct Intimidator-branded sibling bulletin covering the Intimidator portion of this same recall. Includes additional hazard scope (GC1K MY2022 speed limiter) that does not apply to Mahindra UTVs. - **TNB02600088** — CPSC April 11, 2024 Mahindra universal joint brake-line sever recall. Different defect, same Mahindra UTV families. ## Source - U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission, "Intimidator Recalls Intimidator and Mahindra Utility Vehicles (UTVs) Due to Crash Hazard," June 9, 2022 (CPSC #22-152). - Manufacturer: Intimidator LLC, of Batesville, Arkansas (private-label for Mahindra USA). - Mahindra recall page: https://www.mahindrausa.com/recall-notices