The Recall Desk
HighCPSC·02510·Announced 2001-11-30

Arctic Cat Recalls 500 ATVs Due to Potential Weld Defect

Arctic Cat is recalling approximately 550 500 ATVs sold nationwide from June to November 2001 because a defective weld could cause the front bracket to separate, leading to loss of control.

What this means for you

Real risk of harm even if no illness or injury has been reported yet. Stop using the product and follow the agency's guidance.

Our severity reasoning: The recall involves a structural defect that could cause loss of vehicle control and serious injury, but no injuries have been reported, fitting the rubric for risk-of-harm products where injury has not yet been reported.

Plain-English summary

Arctic Cat Inc. is recalling approximately 550 Arctic Cat 500 ATVs. The recall involves a potential defect where there may be an inadequate weld on the front upper A-arm bracket. If this bracket separates from the frame, the rider could lose control of the vehicle and be seriously injured. No injuries have been reported in connection with this defect.

The affected vehicles are four-wheeled ATVs with manual transmissions, sold nationwide from June 2001 through November 2001 for approximately $6,400. The ATVs are green with "Arctic Cat 500" written on the front of the chassis. This recall pertains only to units with VIN numbers ranging from 4UF02ATV12T206459 through 4UF02ATV42T207010, located on the right rear corner of the frame.

Consumers should contact their authorized dealer to schedule an appointment to receive a free replacement. For more information, consumers can contact Arctic Cat Inc. toll-free at (800) 279-9419 between 8:00 a.m. and 5:00 p.m. CT Monday through Friday, or visit www.arcticcat.com.

The recalled product

Product
Arctic Cat 500 ATV
Manufacturer
Arctic Cat Inc., of Thief River Falls, Minn.
Category
Vehicle — ATV
Hazard
Affected units
550

Distribution

Distributed nationwide across the United States.

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