Arctic Cat has recalled model year 2018 and 2019 Textron Havoc recreational off-highway vehicles due to a potential crash hazard with the front suspension arm.
The recall was conducted voluntarily by the company under the federal Consumer Product Safety Commission's Fast Track Recall process. Fast Track recalls are initiated by firms that commit to work with CPSC to quickly announce the recall and remedy to protect consumers.
This recall involves all model year 2018 and 2019 Textron Havoc recreational off-highway vehicles manufactured by Arctic Cat. The two-seat vehicles come in four color combinations: charcoal metallic/bronze, green/black, red/black or white/black. The vehicles have Textron Off Road printed on each side of the hood and Havoc on each side of the rear cargo box.
Arctic Cat has received six reports of front suspension arm failures. No crashes or injuries have been reported.
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled vehicles and contact Arctic Cat to schedule a free repair. Arctic Cat is contacting all known purchasers directly. The affected vehicles were sold at Textron Off Road and Arctic Cat dealers nationwide from January 2018 through April 2019 for between $13,800 and $17,000.
About 1,700 units reportedly are affected.
Consumers may contact Arctic Cat at 800-279-6851 from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. CT Monday through Friday or online and click on Recall Information located at the bottom of the page for more information.
