Arctic Cat Recalls 2008-09 ATVs Due to Front Gear Case Issue

Arctic Cat has recalled approximately 40,000 2008-09 ATVs due to an issue with the front gear case. According to the recall notice, components in the front gear case can fail, posing a risk of loss of control and crash hazard.

All model year 2008 Arctic Cat ATVs with 400 cubic centimeter (cc) and larger engines are being recalled. Model year 2009 Arctic Cat ATVs with 400 cubic centimeter (cc) and larger engines and with production numbers within the following ranges are being recalled: 200001 through 203861, 808001 through 808137, and X25082 through X30243. The recall affects single-rider and two-up ATVs.

Arctic Cat has received 44 reports of components in the front gear case failing, including 10 reports of the vehicle stopping abruptly or the operator losing of control of the ATV. Arctic Cat has received four reports of injury, including one incident involving a consumer sustaining broken ribs and injuries to a knee and a back.

Consumers are asked to stop using the recalled ATVs and contact an Arctic Cat dealer to schedule a free repair.

Affected ATVs were sold at Arctic Cat dealerships nationwide from May 2007 to October 2014 for between $5,500 and $12,000. All the ATVs were manufactured by Arctic Cat in the United States.