CPSC2008-06-24
Arctic Cat Recalls Model Year 2008 50cc and 90cc Youth Model ATVs
Arctic Cat Inc., of Thief River Falls, Minn.
Hazard
The speed controller on the recalled ATVs could fail to return to the idle position when the throttle lever is released, or the speed controller could fail to be at idle on start up. This could result in loss of vehicle control, which could result in serious injury or death to the rider.
Remedy
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.
Sold at
Arctic Cat dealerships nationwide from July 2007 through June 2008 for between $1,800 and $2,400.
Affected count
About 6,000
Injuries reported
None reported.
Manufactured in
Taiwan
Products
Model Year 2008 Arctic Cat 50cc and 90cc All-Terrain Vehicles (ATVs)
Consumer contact
For additional information, contact Arctic Cat at (800) 279-6851 between 8 a.m. and 5 p.m. CT, Monday through Friday or go to the firm's Web site at www.arcticccat.com
Official notice
https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2008/Arctic-Cat-Recalls-Model-Year-2008-50cc-and-90cc-Youth-Model-ATVsDon't want to check this manually?
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