The Recall Desk
HighCPSC·05557·Announced 2005-03-24

Arctic Cat Recalls 2005 FIS and TBX ATVs Due to Fuel Leak Risk

Arctic Cat is recalling 16,200 2005 FIS and TBX ATVs because a fuel tank defect could cause a leak, creating a fire hazard.

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 fire hazard with the possibility of injury and property damage, but the source explicitly states that no incidents of fire or injury have been reported, fitting the 'High' severity criteria for risk-of-harm products where injury has not yet been reported.

Plain-English summary

Arctic Cat Inc. is recalling approximately 16,200 2005 model year ATVs, specifically the 500 and 650 FIS and 400 and 500 TBX models. The recall is due to a defect in the fuel tank used on some of these vehicles, which could develop a fuel leak. If a leak occurs, it creates a fire hazard with the possibility of injury and property damage.

The affected vehicles were sold at Arctic Cat dealerships nationwide from September 2004 through March 2005 for between $5,500 and $7,500. The source text states that there have been no reported incidents of fire or injury associated with this defect.

Consumers should stop using these ATVs immediately. Registered owners have been notified by mail. Consumers with a recalled ATV should contact their local Arctic Cat ATV dealer to schedule a free repair. If consumers are unsure if their ATV is affected, they should contact Arctic Cat toll-free at (800) 279-6851 between 8 a.m. and 5 p.m. CT Monday through Friday, or visit www.arctic-cat.com. The vehicle identification number (VIN) is located on the left rear frame tube of the vehicle near the upper shock mount.

The recalled product

Product
Arctic Cat FIS and TBX Model ATVs
Manufacturer
Arctic Cat Inc., of Thief River Falls, Minn.
Category
Vehicle — ATV
Hazard
Affected units
16,200

Distribution

Distributed nationwide across the United States.

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