CPSC, Arctic Cat Inc. Announce Recall of All-Terrain Vehicles
CPSC Recall1 injuries · 2002-08-20 · 02232
Hazards
The ball joints on the front suspension of these ATVs can fail, resulting in a loss of control. This can cause the ATV to overturn, posing a risk of serious injury or death to riders.
Recall
Number
02232
Date
2002-08-20
Injuries reported
1
Products
Names
Arctic Cat ATVs with the following model names: 250, 300, 300 Massey Ferguson, 375, 400, 400i, 500, TBX 500 and 500i
Companies
Manufacturer(s)
Arctic Cat Inc., of Thief River Falls, Minn.
Retailer(s)
Arctic Cat dealerships nationwide sold these ATVs, from June 2001 through June 12, 2002, for between $4,000 and $6,500.
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. The model name is located on the front of the ATVs, just below the speedometer. The 13-digit model number is included in the registration materials received at the time of purchase.