Arctic Cat Recreational Off-Highway Vehicles Recalled by Textron Specialized Vehicles Due to Fire Hazard
What was recalled
This recall involves all model year 2014 through 2017 Wildcat Trail and 2015 through 2017 Wildcat Sport models of Arctic Cat ROVs. The recalled vehicles were sold in multiple colors, have four wheels and side-by-side seating for two people. "Wildcat Trail" or "Wildcat Sport" is printed on each side of the vehicle.
Hazard
Heat from the exhaust can melt the plastic panels behind the operator and passenger seat, posing a fire hazard.
Injuries
The firm has received 444 reports of the plastic panels melting, with five resulting in fires. No injuries have been reported.
Made in
United States
Where it was sold
- Arctic Cat dealers nationwide from December 2013 through August 2017 for between $10,500 and $19,500.
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