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Arctic Cat Recalls Off-Highway Utility Vehicles Due to Fuel Leak and Fire Hazard (Recall Alert)

Reported: March 18, 2014 Initiated: March 18, 2014 #14724

Product Description

This recall includes Model Year 2014 Arctic Cat Prowler 500 HDX Recreational Off-Highway Vehicle (ROV). The two-seat vehicles come in four colors: green, red, vibrant red metallic or emerald green metallic. The vehicles have "Arctic Cat" printed on each side of the hood and on the cargo box tail gate, "500" printed on each side of the front fenders and "HDX" printed on each side of the rear cargo box.

Reason for Recall

Fuel can leak from the fuel fitting at the throttle body of the vehicle, posing a fire hazard.

Remedy

Consumers should stop using the recalled Prowlers immediately and contact an Arctic Cat dealer to schedule a free repair. Arctic Cat is contacting all known owners of the Prowlers directly.

Frequently Asked Questions

What product was recalled?
This recall includes Model Year 2014 Arctic Cat Prowler 500 HDX Recreational Off-Highway Vehicle (ROV). The two-seat vehicles come in four colors: green, red, vibrant red metallic or emerald green metallic. The vehicles have "Arctic Cat" printed on each side of the hood and on the cargo box tail gate, "500" printed on each side of the front fenders and "HDX" printed on each side of the rear cargo box.. Units affected: About 2,300.
Why was this product recalled?
Fuel can leak from the fuel fitting at the throttle body of the vehicle, posing a fire hazard.
What should consumers do?
Consumers should stop using the recalled Prowlers immediately and contact an Arctic Cat dealer to schedule a free repair. Arctic Cat is contacting all known owners of the Prowlers directly.
Which agency issued this recall?
This recall was issued by the CPSC on March 18, 2014. Severity: Moderate. Recall number: 14724.