CPSC recall · Reported May 23, 2006
Arctic Cat Inc. Announces Recall of Off-Highway Utility Vehicles
The rear brake caliper used on these units could leak brake fluid, resulting in reduced braking ability at the rear wheels. The front wheel brakes are unaffected by this condition.
Arctic Cat Inc., of Thief River Falls, Minn. recalled The Prowler XT was produced in three colors: Green, Cat Green and Red. The vehicles have ….
Arctic Cat Inc. Announces Recall of Off-Highway Utility Vehicles was recalled by Arctic Cat Inc., of Thief River Falls, Minn. in May 23, 2006. Reason: The rear brake caliper used on these units could leak brake fluid, resulting in reduced braking ability at th…. Remedy: Consumers should stop using these vehicles immediately. Consumers with a recalled Prowler…. Verify recall #06553 with the CPSC before acting.
The recall
Arctic Cat Inc., of Thief River Falls, Minn. issued this CPSC recall-The rear brake caliper used on these units could leak brake fluid, resulting in reduced braking ability at th….
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- May 23, 2006
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Sourced from official CPSC enforcement records. Verify recall #06553 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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Product description
The Prowler XT was produced in three colors: Green, Cat Green and Red. The vehicles have the words "Arctic Cat" printed on each side of the cargo box and the name "Prowler XT" centered on the front of the hood. The affected units are all 2006 Prowler XT vehicles with VIN range of 4UF06MPVO6T300001 through 4UF06MPV16T302369. The VIN is located on the rear upper-frame tube of the vehicle near the rear of the cargo box, and on the registration materials the consumer received at the time of purchase. Consumers need only refer to the last six digits of the VIN to determine if the vehicle is included in this recall. The following model numbers are included in this recall. The model number is contained in the registration materials received with the vehicle at the time of purchase. Model Model Number Prowler XT Green U2006P2S4BUSG Prowler XT Cat Green U2006P2S4BUSZ Prowler XT Red U2006P2S4BUSR
Reason for recall
The rear brake caliper used on these units could leak brake fluid, resulting in reduced braking ability at the rear wheels. The front wheel brakes are unaffected by this condition.
Remedy, what to do
Consumers should stop using these vehicles immediately. Consumers with a recalled Prowler XT should contact their local Arctic Cat ATV dealer to schedule a free repair. Registered owners have been notified about this recall by mail. If consumers are unsure if their Prowler XT is affected, they should contact Arctic Cat.
Recall Profile
| Attribute | Value |
|---|---|
| Agency | U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission |
| Severity class | Not classified by agency |
| Status | Active |
| Recall number | 06553 |
| Date reported | May 23, 2006 |
| Date initiated | May 23, 2006 |
| Recalling firm | Arctic Cat Inc., of Thief River Falls, Minn. |
| Affected scope | About 2,120 |
| 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 vehicles immediately. Consumers with a recalled Prowler XT should contact their local Arctic Ca…
- Check the recall number (06553) 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
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