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Textron Specialized Vehicles Recalls All-Terrain Vehicles (ATVs) Due to Crash Hazard (Recall Alert)

Reported: July 28, 2022 Initiated: July 28, 2022 #22763

Product Description

This recall involves model year 2022 Arctic Cat Alterra 600 and model year 2022 Tracker 600 All-Terrain Vehicles (ATVs). The Arctic Cat Alterra 600 ATVs were sold in various colors, including green, gray and fossil (tan). The Tracker 600 vehicles were sold in various colors, including red, white, STRATA Camo and gray. The Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) is located on the front right-hand frame tube beside the right-hand shock. The VIN number ranges for recalled Arctic Cat Alterra 600 and Tracker 600 include the following: MY Model VIN Start VIN End 2022 Arctic Cat Alterra 600 NT200101 NT201133 2022 Tracker 600 NT200101 NT201363

Reason for Recall

A fuse in the ATV's electrical system can fail during operation, which can result in sudden loss of engine power and headlights, posing a crash hazard.

Remedy

Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled ATVs and contact Textron Specialized Vehicles to arrange for a free repair. Textron will send consumers instructions along with a replacement 20 Amp fuse, and a new label for the fuse box. Consumers can also bring the vehicle to an authorized repair shop or dealer to have the repair performed free of charge. Textron is contacting all known purchasers.

Frequently Asked Questions

What product was recalled?
This recall involves model year 2022 Arctic Cat Alterra 600 and model year 2022 Tracker 600 All-Terrain Vehicles (ATVs). The Arctic Cat Alterra 600 ATVs were sold in various colors, including green, gray and fossil (tan). The Tracker 600 vehicles were sold in various colors, including red, white, STRATA Camo and gray. The Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) is located on the front right-hand frame tube beside the right-hand shock. The VIN number ranges for recalled Arctic Cat Alterra 600 and Tracker 600 include the following: MY Model VIN Start VIN End 2022 Arctic Cat Alterra 600 NT200101 NT201133 2022 Tracker 600 NT200101 NT201363. Recalled by Textron Specialized Vehicles, of Augusta, Georgia. Units affected: About 1,750 (In addition, about 550 were sold in Canada).
Why was this product recalled?
A fuse in the ATV's electrical system can fail during operation, which can result in sudden loss of engine power and headlights, posing a crash hazard.
What should consumers do?
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled ATVs and contact Textron Specialized Vehicles to arrange for a free repair. Textron will send consumers instructions along with a replacement 20 Amp fuse, and a new label for the fuse box. Consumers can also bring the vehicle to an authorized repair shop or dealer to have the repair performed free of charge. Textron is contacting all known purchasers.
Which agency issued this recall?
This recall was issued by the CPSC on July 28, 2022. Severity: Moderate. Recall number: 22763.