Wednesday, July 09, 2008

Atvs Recalls

This is a list of atvs recalls. These recalls are listed with the most recent first.

1-50 of 60 Recalls  

Jun

26

2008


Jun

26

2008

Jun

24

2008
  • In cooperation with the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC), Arctic Cat Inc., of Thief River Falls, Minn., is voluntarily recalling about 6,000 Model Year 2008 Arctic Cat 50cc and 90cc All-Terrain Vehicles (ATVs). The speed controller on the recalled ATVs could fail to return to the idle position when the throttle lever is released, or the speed controller could fail to be at idle on start up. This could result in loss of vehicle control, which could result in serious injury or death to the rider.

Jun

4

2008

May

8

2008

Mar

4

2008


Feb

14

2008

Jan

9

2008

Jan

2

2008

Nov

21

2007

Oct

22

2007

Jun

20

2007

Jun

5

2007

May

30

2007

May

30

2007

May

3

2007

Jan

23

2007
  • In cooperation with the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC), Arctic Cat Inc., of Thief River Falls, Minn., is voluntarily recalling about 1,500 Arctic Cat 90cc DVX and Utility model All-Terrain Vehicles (ATVs). On the recalled ATVs, the handlebar base mounting bolts, tie-rod ends and tie-rod adjustment locking nuts may not have been tightened to the proper torque during the production process. Operating an affected ATV could cause components to loosen resulting in loss of steering control. This condition could result in loss of vehicle control which could result in injury or death.

Nov

2

2005
  • In cooperation with the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC), Yamaha Motor Corporation U.S.A., of Cypress, Calif., is voluntarily recalling about 70,000 Yamaha Bruin 250, Bruin 350 4WD and 2WD, Big Bear 400, Kodiak 400, Kodiak 450, and Wolverine 450 ATVs. The protective boots covering the steering system's tie-rod ends (universal joints) on the recalled ATVs could be pinched during installation or adjustment, cutting a hole in the rubber. If this occurs, grease could escape, and contaminants such as sand or mud could get into the assembly through the hole, causing accelerated wear. This could result in abnormal steering free play. If the ATV continues to be operated without repair, the ball and socket portion of the tie-rod end could wear to the point that they separate, resulting in loss of steering control, which could cause a vehicle crash with injury or death.

Oct

6

2005

Aug

2

2005
  • In cooperation with the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC), Kawasaki Motors Corp. U.S.A., of Irvine, Calif., is voluntarily recalling about 155,000 Kawasaki Model Year 2001-2005 Prairie and Brute Force All-Terrain Vehicles (ATVs). A significant impact to the front wheel of the ATV while the steering is fully turned to either side can result in suspension damage, wear, and an eventual loss of steering control that could result in injury or death.

Jul

28

2005

Jun

24

2005

May

3

2005

Apr

14

2005

Apr

13

2005

Apr

13

2005
  • In cooperation with the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC), Yamaha Motor Corporation, U.S.A. of Cypress, California is voluntarily recalling about 86,000 Raptor YFM660R ATVs. Vibration from the engine and driveline during long periods of high rpm usage could cause the rear master cylinder reservoir to agitate resulting in brake fluid aeration. A small amount of air bubbles could enter the master cylinder adversely affecting rear brake performance.

Mar

29

2005

Mar

24

2005

Mar

16

2005

Mar

14

2005

Feb

28

2005
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    In cooperation with the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC), Kawasaki Motors Manufacturing Corp., USA of Lincoln, Neb. is recalling about 9,500 Kawasaki Brute Force™ 750 4x4i All-Terrain Vehicles (ATVs). On some units, the nut which secures the front upper suspension arm pivot bolt could come loose during vehicle use. Continued use of the vehicle could allow the nut to come off, and the upper suspension A-arm pivot bolt to back partially out. This would result in a loss of steering control, and possibly cause the rider to crash and suffer injury or death.

Feb

18

2005
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    In cooperation with the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC), Amstrong Industry Corporation, Taiwan, R.O.C. is recalling about 1,000 90cc units and 39 50cc units of Kolpin Powersports 50cc and 90cc Youth All Terrain Vehicles (ATVs). Metal-flange locking nuts securing the tie rod assemblies, integral to the steering system on the Youth ATV, can come loose. The resulting unstable steering condition could result in serious injury or death to a rider.

Jan

13

2005

Dec

7

2004

Sep

27

2004
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    In cooperation with the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC), Polaris Industries, Inc., of Medina, Minn. is voluntarily recalling about 12,170 Polaris "Sportsman 700 EFI" ATVs. The throttle cable may bind when the handlebars are turned full left or full right, resulting in an increase in engine speed and unintended vehicle acceleration. In addition, the fuel line may rub against the vehicle chassis, resulting in a fuel line leak which could be a fire hazard.

Sep

22

2004
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    In cooperation with the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC), Bombardier Recreational Products Inc. of Valcourt, Quebec, Canada and Deere & Company of Moline, Illinois, are voluntarily recalling about 23,000 Bombardier and John Deere Buck all terrain vehicles (ATVs). Front brake hose can be pulled out of its retaining brackets on either side of the ATV by foreign objects. This can cause the brake hose to wear by rubbing on the inner wheel or shock absorber spring seat, ultimately causing a brake fluid leak resulting in a complete loss of front braking capacity. This can lead to an increase in the braking distance and possible collision with bystanders, fixed objects, or other vehicles, causing serious injury or death.

Sep

14

2004

Sep

9

2004
  • In cooperation with the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC), Suzuki Motor Corporation of Brea, Calif. is voluntarily recalling Eiger "QuadRunner" ATVs by Suzuki. Mislocated welds securing the upper front suspension arm mounting brackets to the frame. The mounting bracket could break off during riding, reducing rider control and resulting in loss of control of the ATV. Loss of control could result in a crash and severe personal injury or death.

Nov

12

2003

Oct

7

2003