CPSC, Arctic Cat Inc. Announce Recall of All-Terrain Vehicles (ATVs)
What was recalled
The recalled includes 2005 Arctic Cat 500 and 650 FIS, and 400 and 500 TBX model ATVs. The FIS models affected by this recall have the vehicle identification number (VIN) ranges of 4UF05ATV15T226237 through 4UF05ATV15T242874, and 4UF05ATV55T246510 through 4UF05ATV55T248189. The TBX models have VIN ranges of 4UF05ATV15T221345 through 4UF05ATV15T223967, and 4UF05ATVX5T251024 through 4UF05ATV55T251397. The VIN is located on the left rear frame tube of the vehicle near the upper shock mount. AFFECTED MODELS: 2005 500 4x4 Auto LE 2005 500 4X4 Auto 2005 500 4X4 Manual 2005 650 V2 4X4 Auto 2005 650 V2 4X4 Auto LE 2005 400 4x4 Auto TBX 2005 500 4X4 Auto TBX
Hazard
The fuel tank used on some all-terrain vehicles could develop a fuel leak. If this occurs, a fire hazard, with the possibility of injury and property damage, could occur.
Injuries
There have been no reported incidents of fire or injury.
Made in
United States
Where it was sold
- Arctic Cat dealerships nationwide, from September 2004 through March 2005, for between $5,500 and $7,500.
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