The ATV's steering tie-rod can bend, causing loss of control which poses a crash hazard.
Recall
Number
12704
Date
2011-11-10
Injuries reported
1
Products
Names
Arctic Cat All-Terrain Vehicles
Remedies
Options
Repair
Companies
Retailer(s)
Arctic Cat dealerships nationwide since February 2011 for between $6,500 and $6,900.
Distributor(s)
Arctic Cat Inc., of Thief River Falls, Minn.
Country of manufacture
Taiwan
Description
The recall includes all 2011 Arctic Cat XC 450 ATVs and some 2012 Arctic Cat XC 450 ATVs. Recalled 2012 model year ATVs can be identified by the last six numerals of the Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) in the following ranges: 6V0101 through 6V0178 and 700101 through 700230. The VIN is located on the lower front frame tube below the front bumper. The recalled ATVs are black and orange or black and lime green and display the words "Arctic Cat" on each side of the cowl ahead of the handlebars. The model number "450 XC" is on the front center of the cowl.