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CPSC, Arctic Cat Inc. Announce Recall of All-Terrain Vehicles

Recalled August 20, 2002 · CPSC recall 02078 · Arctic Cat

Recalled 2002 Arctic Cat ATVRecalled 2002 Arctic Cat ATV
Hazard
The pressure switch in the braking system leaks fluid. The unexpected loss of fluid can cause the brakes to fail, posing the risk of serious injury or death.
Remedy
To determine if an ATV is part of this recall, consumers should contact Arctic Cat. Consumers should have their ATV's model name and number available when they call. Consumers with a recalled ATV should contact their local Arctic Cat ATV dealer to schedule the free repair.
Units
About 45,000
Incidents / injuries
Arctic Cat has received four reports of problems with the pressure switches, including one consumer who suffered a dislocated shoulder and another, who suffered bumps and bruises.

Description

The recalled 2002 model ATVs are either red or green. They have the brand name "Arctic Cat" written on both sides of the vehicle. The recall includes the following ATV model names: 250, 300, 300 Massey Ferguson, 375, 400, 400i, 500, TBX 500 and 500i. Consumers should have their ATV's model name and 13-digit model number available when they call or visit the firm's website to determine if an ATV is included in the recall. The model name is located on the front of the ATVs, just below the speedometer. The model number is included in the registration materials received at the time of purchase.

What to do

To determine if an ATV is part of this recall, consumers should contact Arctic Cat. Consumers should have their ATV's model name and number available when they call. Consumers with a recalled ATV should contact their local Arctic Cat ATV dealer to schedule the free repair.

Contact

Consumers may call Arctic Cat toll-free at (800) 279-6851 between 8 a.m. and 5 p.m. CT Monday through Friday or go to the firm's website at arcticcat.txtsv.com

Product
Arctic Cat ATVs with the following model names: 250, 300, 300 Massey Ferguson, 375, 400, 400i, 500, TBX 500 and 500i
Manufacturer(s)
Arctic Cat Inc., of Thief River Falls, Minn.
Retailers
Arctic Cat ATV dealers nationwide sold these ATVs, from July 2001 through December 2001, for between $4,200 and $6,400.

Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission. Official recall notice on cpsc.gov →