Arctic Cat Recalls ATVs due to Crash Hazard

The ATV's steering tie-rod can bend, causing loss of control which poses a crash hazard.

Recall #: 12704
Affected scope: About 1,384

Compiled from official public sources by the publisher. · Updated September 2026

Arctic Cat Inc., of Thief River Falls, Minn. recalled The recall includes all 2011 Arctic Cat XC 450 ATVs and some 2012 Arctic Cat XC 450 ATVs.….

Arctic Cat Recalls ATVs due to Crash Hazard was recalled by Arctic Cat Inc., of Thief River Falls, Minn. in November 10, 2011. Reason: The ATV's steering tie-rod can bend, causing loss of control which poses a crash hazard.. Remedy: Consumers should immediately stop using these ATVs and contact their local Arctic Cat ATV…. Verify recall #12704 with the CPSC before acting.

The recall

Arctic Cat Inc., of Thief River Falls, Minn. issued this CPSC recall-The ATV's steering tie-rod can bend, causing loss of control which poses a crash hazard..

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agency class: November 10, 2011
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Sourced from official CPSC enforcement records. Verify recall #12704 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.

Product description

The recall includes all 2011 Arctic Cat XC 450 ATVs and some 2012 Arctic Cat XC 450 ATVs. Recalled 2012 model year ATVs can be identified by the last six numerals of the Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) in the following ranges: 6V0101 through 6V0178 and 700101 through 700230. The VIN is located on the lower front frame tube below the front bumper. The recalled ATVs are black and orange or black and lime green and display the words "Arctic Cat" on each side of the cowl ahead of the handlebars. The model number "450 XC" is on the front center of the cowl.

Reason for recall

The ATV's steering tie-rod can bend, causing loss of control which poses a crash hazard.

Remedy, what to do

Consumers should immediately stop using these ATVs and contact their local Arctic Cat ATV dealer to schedule a free repair. Registered owners have been directly notified about this recall by mail.

Recall Profile

Structured summary of the CPSC recall record
Attribute	Value
Agency	U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission
Severity class	Not classified by agency
Status	Active
Recall number	12704
Date reported	November 10, 2011
Date initiated	November 10, 2011
Recalling firm	Arctic Cat Inc., of Thief River Falls, Minn.
Affected scope	About 1,384
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 immediately stop using these ATVs and contact their local Arctic Cat ATV dealer to schedule a free repair. Regis…

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Frequently Asked Questions

What product was recalled? ▼

Why was this product recalled? ▼

The ATV's steering tie-rod can bend, causing loss of control which poses a crash hazard.

What should consumers do? ▼

Consumers should immediately stop using these ATVs and contact their local Arctic Cat ATV dealer to schedule a free repair. Registered owners have been directly notified about this recall by mail.

Which agency issued this recall? ▼

This recall was issued by the CPSC on November 10, 2011. CPSC does not publish a hazard classification for this recall. Recall number: 12704.

How do I report an injury from a recalled product? ▼

Report injuries to the issuing agency: CPSC at SaferProducts.gov, NHTSA at nhtsa.gov/report-a-safety-problem, or FDA via MedWatch. Document the product (photos, model/serial numbers, purchase receipts) and seek medical attention. Injury reports help agencies track hazard patterns and may strengthen enforcement actions.

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