CPSC recall 14-753, announced September 11, 2014, covers Arctic Cat Wildcat Trail and Wildcat Trail XT Side by Side (about 5,600 units). Oil can leak from the oil cooler lines, posing a fire hazard. The notice cites 60 incident reports. Consumers should stop using the recalled side-by-side utility vehicles immediately and contact an Arctic Cat dealer to schedule a free repair. Recall contact: call (800) 279-6851, or go to www.arcticcat.com.
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Which products are included?
This recall involves all 2014 Arctic Cat Wildcat Trail and Wildcat Trail XT side-by-side utility vehicles with Vehicle Identification Numbers (VIN) 000001 through 316232. The VIN is located on the frame tube near the driver's side front wheel. These units were sold in red, green, lime green, team arctic green and mat black. The words "Arctic Cat" and "Wildcat Trail" appear on the sides of these vehicles and on the hood.
Confirm these details on the official CPSC noticeWhy it was recalled
Oil can leak from the oil cooler lines, posing a fire hazard.
Incidents and injuries
Arctic Cat has received 60 reports of oil leaking and one report of fire. No injuries have been reported.
Official remedy
Consumers should stop using the recalled side-by-side utility vehicles immediately and contact an Arctic Cat dealer to schedule a free repair.
Product and sales details
- Brand
- Arctic Cat
- Manufacturer
- Arctic Cat, Inc., of Thief River Falls, Minn.
- Product type
- Off-road recreational vehicles
- Recall number
- 14-753
- Units
- About 5,600
- Manufactured in
- United States
- Sold at / sales period
- Arctic Car dealers nationwide from December 2013 through July 2014 for about $11,400 to $12,400.
Arctic Cat Wildcat Trail and Wildcat Trail XT Side by Side
CPSC product type: Utility Vehicles
Recall contact information
Artic Cat at (800) 279-6851 from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. CT Monday through Friday or online at www.arcticcat.com and click on Consumer Care, then Product Recall and then List of Safety Bulletins for more information.
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