CPSC recall · Reported October 23, 2014
Arctic Cat Recalls Single-Rider and 2UP ATVs Due To Crash Hazard
Components in the front gear case can fail, posing a risk of loss of control and crash hazard.
Arctic Cat Inc., of Thief River Falls, Minn. recalled This recall involves model year 2008 and 2009 Arctic Cat single-rider and 2 UP style ATVs….
Arctic Cat Recalls Single-Rider and 2UP ATVs Due To Crash Hazard was recalled by Arctic Cat Inc., of Thief River Falls, Minn. in October 23, 2014. Reason: Components in the front gear case can fail, posing a risk of loss of control and crash hazard.. Remedy: Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled ATVs and contact an Arctic Cat deale…. Verify recall #15009 with the CPSC before acting.
The recall
Arctic Cat Inc., of Thief River Falls, Minn. issued this CPSC recall-Components in the front gear case can fail, posing a risk of loss of control and crash hazard..
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- October 23, 2014
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Sourced from official CPSC enforcement records. Verify recall #15009 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
This recall involves model year 2008 and 2009 Arctic Cat single-rider and 2 UP style ATVs. Single-rider ATVs have one seat and one set of footrests for the operator. 2 UP ATVs have an elongated seat designed to hold one passenger behind the operator, a set of hand-holds mounted to the rear frame for the passenger and two sets of footrests. The recalled ATVs came in a variety of colors and have the name Arctic Cat on each side of the fuel tank and on the front above the grill opening. All model year 2008 Arctic Cat ATVs with 400 cubic centimeter (cc) and larger engines are being recalled. Model year 2009 Arctic Cat ATVs with 400 cubic centimeter (cc) and larger engines and with production numbers within the following ranges are being recalled: 200001 through 203861, 808001 through 808137, and X25082 through X30243. The engine size is printed on the back of the instrument cluster between the handle bars. The vehicle identification number (VIN) in the format 4UF09******XXXXXX is on the frame tube near the driver's side rear wheel and contains the model year and production number of the vehicle. The model year is the fourth and fifth characters of the VIN in the YY format. The production number is the last six characters of the VIN.
Reason for recall
Components in the front gear case can fail, posing a risk of loss of control and crash hazard.
Remedy, what to do
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled ATVs and contact an Arctic Cat dealer to schedule a free repair.
Recall Profile
| Attribute | Value |
|---|---|
| Agency | U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission |
| Severity class | Not classified by agency |
| Status | Active |
| Recall number | 15009 |
| Date reported | October 23, 2014 |
| Date initiated | October 23, 2014 |
| Recalling firm | Arctic Cat Inc., of Thief River Falls, Minn. |
| Affected scope | About 40,000 |
| 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 the recalled ATVs and contact an Arctic Cat dealer to schedule a free repair.
- Check the recall number (15009) 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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