Arctic Cat recalls 2008-2009 ATVs with 400cc+ engines due to front gear case failure causing crash risks. Consumers must stop using and get free repairs.
Components in the front gear case can fail, posing a risk of loss of control and crash hazard.
Arctic Cat is recalling single-rider and 2-up ATVs from model years 2008 and 2009 with engines 400cc and larger. The front gear case can fail, leading to loss of control and crashes. This affects owners who need to stop using the vehicles immediately and get repairs.
The front gear case components can fail under normal use, causing loss of control and increasing the risk of crashes. This failure may lead to serious injuries or fatalities if the vehicle tips over or loses stability.
Owners of Arctic Cat single-rider and 2-up ATVs with 400cc+ engines from 2008-2009 model years are affected. Riders and passengers using these vehicles face the highest risk of crashes due to potential gear case failure.
Check for Arctic Cat branding on the fuel tank and front grille. Look for the model year (2008 or 2009) and engine size (400cc or larger) printed on the instrument cluster. The VIN on the frame near the rear wheel shows the model year and production number.
Immediately stop using the recalled ATVs as they pose a crash hazard.
Schedule a free repair with an Arctic Cat dealer to fix the front gear case.
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled ATVs and contact an Arctic Cat dealer to schedule a free repair.
Model years 2008 and 2009 ATVs with 400cc or larger engines. Single-rider ATVs have one seat, while 2-up ATVs have a passenger seat and hand-holds.
Check the model year on the instrument cluster and the VIN on the frame near the rear wheel. The model year is the fourth and fifth characters of the VIN in YY format.
No, the remedy is a free repair at an Arctic Cat dealer, not a return.
We’ve drafted a message you can send Arctic Cat to request your refund or repair — edit it as you like.
Subject: Recall 1846 — Arctic Cat All-Terrain Vehicles Hello, I own a All-Terrain Vehicles that is covered by recall 1846 from Arctic Cat. The official recall notice states: Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled ATVs and contact an Arctic Cat dealer to schedule a free repair. I’m writing to arrange the remedy described in the recall (a refund, repair, or replacement as applicable). Could you please tell me the next steps to resolve this? Thank you.
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The facts (hazard, remedy, dates, manufacturer) are pulled from the official CPSC recall record. The plain-language summary and step-by-step checklist are written by GovInfoNow to make the official notice easier to act on — they don’t replace it.
