Mahindra UTV universal joint brake-line sever crash hazard (CPSC April 11, 2024, sibling of TNB02600087)

## Affected machines This bulletin covers the **Mahindra-branded portion** of the April 11, 2024 CPSC recall. The Intimidator-branded portion is covered separately in **TNB02600087** — 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 shared chassis and drivetrain mean the Mahindra-branded UTVs are subject to the same universal joint brake-line failure mode as their Intimidator-branded counterparts. 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 serial number is on a label inside the **glove box**, inside the **hood compartment**, and **below the driver's seat**. ### Affected Mahindra models | Model | Years | |---|---| | Mahindra Retriever 750 Classic | 2015-2020 | | Mahindra Retriever 750 Crew | 2015-2020 | | Mahindra Retriever 750 Truck | 2015-2020 | | Mahindra TGB Classic | 2015-2020 | | Mahindra TGB Crew | 2015-2020 | | Mahindra Retriever 1000 Diesel Classic | 2015-2020 | | Mahindra Retriever 1000 Diesel Crew | 2015-2020 | | Mahindra Retriever 1000 Diesel Truck | 2015-2020 | The earlier mPact XTV branding (2015-2017) and the later Retriever branding (2018+) are both covered. ### Affected serial range Mahindra: **000000 through 010545**. ### Production / sales window Sold at **authorized Mahindra dealers nationwide** from **August 2013 through November 2023** for **$11,000 to $21,500**. ## Issue Same defect as TNB02600087 — see that bulletin for the full hazard discussion. In summary: the **universal joint can fail** and **pierce and sever the brake line**, posing a crash hazard. ### Reported field incidents at recall time The 40 incident reports and 12 brake-line-impact 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 **serial number on a label inside the glove box, inside the hood compartment, or below the driver's seat**. 2. Check your serial number 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 universal joint and brake line inspection and repair. 5. Or contact Intimidator (which handles dealer support for Mahindra UTV recalls) toll-free at **888-215-8121** Monday-Friday 8 a.m. - 4 p.m. CT, or email **recall@intimidatorutv.com**. 6. Online: https://www.mahindrausa.com/recall-notices ## Hazard Severity is rated **critical** for the same reasons as TNB02600087. ## Related bulletins - **TNB02600087** — Direct Intimidator-branded sibling bulletin covering the Intimidator portion of this same recall. - **TNB02600086** — Earlier 2022 Mahindra UTV throttle cable freeze recall. Different defect, overlapping affected population — most owners affected by the 2022 recall are also affected by the 2024 recall. ## Source - U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission, "Intimidator Recalls Intimidator and Mahindra Utility Vehicles (UTVs) Due to Crash Hazard," April 11, 2024. - Manufacturer: Intimidator LLC, of Batesville, Arkansas (private-label for Mahindra USA). - Mahindra recall page: https://www.mahindrausa.com/recall-notices