CPSC recall · Reported March 24, 2005
CPSC, Arctic Cat Inc. Announce Recall of All-Terrain Vehicles (ATVs)
The fuel tank used on some all-terrain vehicles could develop a fuel leak. If this occurs, a fire hazard, with the possibility of injury and property damage, could occur.
Arctic Cat Inc., of Thief River Falls, Minn. recalled The recalled includes 2005 Arctic Cat 500 and 650 FIS, and 400 and 500 TBX model ATVs. Th….
CPSC, Arctic Cat Inc. Announce Recall of All-Terrain Vehicles (ATVs) was recalled by Arctic Cat Inc., of Thief River Falls, Minn. in March 24, 2005. Reason: The fuel tank used on some all-terrain vehicles could develop a fuel leak. If this occurs, a fire hazard, wit…. Remedy: Consumers should stop using these ATVs immediately. Registered owners have been notified …. Verify recall #05557 with the CPSC before acting.
The recall
Arctic Cat Inc., of Thief River Falls, Minn. issued this CPSC recall-The fuel tank used on some all-terrain vehicles could develop a fuel leak. If this occurs, a fire hazard, wit….
- None
- agency class
- 16K units
- affected scope
- March 24, 2005
- reported
Sourced from official CPSC enforcement records. Verify recall #05557 with the agency before acting. Full product description, hazard, remedy, and related recalls are below.
Recall Insight
This recall's affected scope, documented in the Recall Profile below, stays within a single-region or limited-distribution footprint. Distribution information was not included in the agency filing, so consumers should assume broad potential exposure until the firm publishes point-of-sale details. Consumers holding this product should act on the agency's documented remedy above rather than relying on general guidance.
Within the same product category the archive holds 6 closely related recalls, 3 from CPSC - clustering in a narrow category often points to a systemic quality-control or supplier issue rather than a one-off defect. Always verify the recall number against the official agency record before acting.
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Where this recall sits in its category - 7,783 vehicles recalls on record
Product description
The recalled includes 2005 Arctic Cat 500 and 650 FIS, and 400 and 500 TBX model ATVs. The FIS models affected by this recall have the vehicle identification number (VIN) ranges of 4UF05ATV15T226237 through 4UF05ATV15T242874, and 4UF05ATV55T246510 through 4UF05ATV55T248189. The TBX models have VIN ranges of 4UF05ATV15T221345 through 4UF05ATV15T223967, and 4UF05ATVX5T251024 through 4UF05ATV55T251397. The VIN is located on the left rear frame tube of the vehicle near the upper shock mount. AFFECTED MODELS: 2005 500 4x4 Auto LE 2005 500 4X4 Auto 2005 500 4X4 Manual 2005 650 V2 4X4 Auto 2005 650 V2 4X4 Auto LE 2005 400 4x4 Auto TBX 2005 500 4X4 Auto TBX
Reason for recall
The fuel tank used on some all-terrain vehicles could develop a fuel leak. If this occurs, a fire hazard, with the possibility of injury and property damage, could occur.
Remedy, what to do
Consumers should stop using these ATVs immediately. Registered owners have been notified about this recall by mail. Consumers with a recalled ATV should contact their local Arctic Cat ATV dealer to schedule the free repair. If consumers are unsure if their ATV is affected, they should contact Arctic Cat. Consumers should have the vehicle identification number (VIN) of the ATV available when they call.
Recall Profile
| Attribute | Value |
|---|---|
| Agency | U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission |
| Severity class | Not classified by agency |
| Status | Active |
| Recall number | 05557 |
| Date reported | March 24, 2005 |
| Date initiated | March 24, 2005 |
| Recalling firm | Arctic Cat Inc., of Thief River Falls, Minn. |
| Affected scope | 16,200 |
| Distribution | Not disclosed |
| Official source | CPSC notice → |
Profile values are sourced directly from the official CPSC enforcement record. Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission.
What to do with this recall
Consumers should stop using these ATVs immediately. Registered owners have been notified about this recall by mail. Consumers wit…
- Check the recall number (05557) and product description against the item you own. Search the archive
- Confirm the current status and remedy on the official CPSC notice before acting. CPSC notice
- Follow the documented remedy (refund, replacement, repair, or disposal) rather than general advice. What to do next
This page summarizes the official CPSC record for research and awareness; it is not legal, medical, or safety advice. Verify with the issuing agency before acting.
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