Arctic Cat is recalling approximately 4,500 side-by-side utility vehicles, specifically model year 2016 Arctic Cat 700 HDX and model year 2017 Arctic Cat 700 HDX CREW models. The throttle cable can stick, preventing the vehicle from returning to an idle speed when the driver releases the throttle. This defect can lead to a loss of control, and Arctic Cat has already received 14 reports of malfunctions, including one wrist injury. These vehicles were sold at dealers nationwide between April 2015 and July 2016 for between $14,500 and $16,000. Consumers should stop using these vehicles until they are repaired by an authorized dealer for free.
The throttle cable can fail to retract correctly, meaning the vehicle may continue to accelerate or maintain speed even after the driver lets off the pedal. This poses a significant crash hazard that has already resulted in 14 reported malfunctions and one injury.
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled side-by-sides and contact an Arctic Cat dealer to schedule a free repair. Artic Cat is contacting all known purchasers directly.
Model Year 2016 Arctic Cat 700 HDX Hunter Edition
Model Year 2016 Arctic Cat 700 HDX XT Black
Model Year 2016 Arctic Cat 700 HDX XT TAG Green
Model Year 2017 Arctic Cat 700 HDX CREW
If you or a family member were harmed by this recalled product, you may have legal rights. Consider consulting a consumer protection attorney to understand your options for compensation.
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Sources: CPSC Notice · Raw API Response