CPSC, Arctic Cat Inc. Announce Recall of All-Terrain Vehicles
U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission recall (2002-08-20). Hazards: crash, injury. Models: 250, 300, 375, 400, 400i, 500…. About 45,000 units in the US.
| Agency | U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission |
|---|---|
| Recall number | 02232 |
| Published | 2002-08-20 |
| Last updated | 2025-10-08 |
| Product category | All Terrain Vehicles (ATVs) |
| Products | Arctic Cat ATVs with the following model names: 250, 300, 300 Massey Ferguson, 375, 400, 400i, 500, TBX 500 and 500i |
| Firm named in the title | Arctic Cat Inc. |
| Firms | Arctic Cat Inc., of Thief River Falls, Minn. (manufacturer) |
| Units (US) | 45,000 |
| Model numbers | 250, 300, 375, 400, 400i, 500, 500i |
| Hazard classes | crash, injury |
| Remedy classes | repair, stop use |
| Sold | 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.
Hazard
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.
Remedy
Consumers should stop using these ATVs immediately. Registered owners have been notified about this recall by mail. To determine if an ATV is part of this recall, consumers should call Arctic Cat. Consumers should have their ATV's model name and number available when they call. Consumers with a recalled ATV should contact their local Arctic Cat ATV dealer to schedule the free repair.
Incidents and injuries
Arctic Cat has received 73 reports of broken front suspensions, 10 of which resulted in injuries to riders, including a shoulder rotator cuff injury, and bumps and bruises.
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