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Product recall · CPSCSeptember 11, 2014Serious
Arctic Cat Side by Sides
The notice says to stop using it — see below for what to do.
What’s wrong
Oil can leak from the oil cooler lines, posing a fire hazard.
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.
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What to do
Consumers should stop using the recalled side-by-side utility vehicles immediately and contact an Arctic Cat dealer to schedule a free repair.
Who to contact: Artic 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 Consumer Care, then Product Recall and then List of Safety Bulletins for more information.
The product
This recall involves all 2014 Arctic Cat Wildcat Trail and Wildcat Trail XT side-by-side utility vehicles with Vehicle Identification Numbers (VIN) 000001 through 316232. The VIN is located on the frame tube near the driver's side front wheel. These units were sold in red, green, lime green, team arctic green and mat black. The words "Arctic Cat" and "Wildcat Trail" appear on the sides of these vehicles and on the hood.
Details
- Units affected
- About 5,600
- Recall date
- September 11, 2014
- Brand
- Arctic Cat, Inc., of Thief River Falls, Minn.
- Injuries reported
- None reported
- What has been reported
- Arctic Cat has received 60 reports of oil leaking and one report of fire. No injuries have been reported.
Arctic Car dealers nationwide from December 2013 through July 2014 for about $11,400 to $12,400.
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 Sides Due to Fire 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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