The Recall Desk
HighCPSC·20715·Announced 2020-01-30

Bobcat Recalls 2017-2018 3650 Utility Vehicles Due to Brake Failure Risk

Bobcat is recalling 2017-2018 3650 utility vehicles because a punctured rear brake line can cause brake failure, posing a collision 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 risk-of-harm product (brake failure leading to collision) where no injuries have been reported, which aligns with the 'High' severity criteria in the rubric.

Plain-English summary

Bobcat Company is recalling approximately 522 model year 2017-2018 Bobcat 3650 utility vehicles (UTVs) sold in the United States. An additional 53 units were sold in Canada. The recalled vehicles are white and black with orange decals, with "Bobcat" printed on the hood and "3650" on the rear box. The vehicle identification numbers (VINs) are located on a label affixed to the vehicle frame under the seat and storage bin on the passenger side. The recall covers 2017 models with VINs 17001 through 17308 and 2018 models with VINs 18001 through 18344.

The recall is being issued because the rear brake line can become punctured, which may cause the brakes to fail. This defect poses a collision and crash hazard. No injuries or deaths have been reported in connection with this defect.

Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled vehicles and contact a Bobcat dealer to schedule a free inspection and repair. Bobcat is notifying dealers and contacting affected registered owners directly. Consumers can also contact Bobcat at 800-743-4340 from 7:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. CT Monday through Friday, or visit www.bobcat.com and click on the "For Owners" tab to scroll to "CPSC Recalls" for more information.

The recalled product

Product
Model Year 2017-2018 Bobcat 3650 Utility Vehicles (UTVs)
Manufacturer
Polaris Industries Inc., of Medina, Minn.
Category
Vehicle — Utility Vehicle (UTV)
Hazard
Affected units
522

Distribution

Distributed nationwide across the United States.

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