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Product recall · CPSCAugust 23, 2016Serious
Arctic Cat Side-by-Side Utility Vehicles
The notice says to stop using it — see below for what to do.
What’s wrong
The throttle cable can stick and prevent the throttle mechanism from returning to an idle position upon release of the throttle and cause the rider to lose control, posing a crash hazard and risk of injury.
The Recall Registry rates this serious — Fire or burn risk.
What it looks like
Photos help. Identifiers decide. Appearance can vary by color, finish or packaging. Confirm the model number, date code or other identifier in the official notice.
Recall image provided by CPSC
What to do
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled side-by-sides and contact an Arctic Cat dealer to schedule a free repair. Artic Cat is contacting all known purchasers directly.
Who to contact: Arctic Cat at 800-279-6851 from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. CT Monday through Friday or online at www.arcticcat.com and click on "Customer Care," then "Product Recall," and then "List of Safety Bulletins" for more information.
The product
This recall involves all model year 2016 Arctic Cat 700 HDX models and model year 2017 Arctic Cat 700 HDX CREW models within the vehicle identification number range of 300001 through 301280. The recalled utility vehicles have four wheels with side-by-side seating for three or six people. They were sold in a variety of colors including green, black, fire red, true timber camo and other colors. "Arctic Cat" is printed on the sides, front and rear of the utility vehicles. "HDX" is printed on the sides of the front fenders. The vehicle identification number on the 700 HDX CREW models is stamped into the upper frame tube under the rear of the cargo box.
Details
- Units affected
- About 4,500
- Recall date
- August 23, 2016
- Brand
- Arctic Cat Inc., of Thief River Falls, Minn.
- Injuries reported
- Yes
- What has been reported
- Arctic Cat has received 14 reports of the throttle cable malfunctioning, including one report of a wrist injury.
Arctic Cat dealers nationwide from April 2015 through July 2016 for between $14,500 and $16,000.
The official notice
This recall was issued by the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission. The Recall Registry summarises it — always confirm the details at the source.
Their exact wording: “Arctic Cat Recalls Side-by-Side Utility Vehicles Due to Crash Hazard (Recall Alert)”
Worried about the other things in your house? You can write down what you have and be told if one is recalled — or, if you sell second-hand, check your whole stock at once.
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