Arctic Cat Recalls 2008 Youth ATVs Due to Speed Controller Defect
Arctic Cat is recalling about 6,000 2008 model 50cc and 90cc youth ATVs because the speed controller may fail to return to idle, risking loss of control.
What this means for you
Our assessment, not the agency’s: severity 3/5 (High).
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 risk-of-harm product (ATV) where loss of control could result in serious injury or death, but no injuries or illnesses have been reported, fitting the 'High' severity criteria.
Plain-English summary
Arctic Cat Inc. is recalling approximately 6,000 Model Year 2008 50cc and 90cc Youth Model All-Terrain Vehicles (ATVs). The recall covers specific DVX 50, DVX 90, and 2X4 Auto models manufactured in Taiwan and sold at Arctic Cat dealerships nationwide between July 2007 and June 2008 for prices ranging from $1,800 to $2,400.
The recall is being issued because the speed controller on these ATVs could fail to return to the idle position when the throttle lever is released, or it could fail to be at idle upon startup. This defect could result in a loss of vehicle control, which could lead to serious injury or death to the rider. No injuries or deaths have been reported in connection with this defect.
Consumers with the recalled ATVs should stop using them immediately and contact their local dealer to schedule a free repair. Registered owners have been notified about this recall by mail. For additional information, consumers can contact Arctic Cat at (800) 279-6851 between 8 a.m. and 5 p.m. CT, Monday through Friday, or visit the company's website.
The recalled product
- Product
- Model Year 2008 Arctic Cat 50cc and 90cc All-Terrain Vehicles (ATVs)
- Category
- Consumer Product — ATVs
- Affected units
- 6,000
Distribution
Distributed nationwide across the United States.
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