CPSC recall 16768
Side-by-side utility vehicles
- CPSC
- unknown
- Published 2016-08-23
On 2016-08-23 the CPSC announced a recall of Side-by-side utility vehicles by Arctic Cat, citing the throttle cable can stick and prevent the throttle mechanism from returning to an idle position upon release of the throttle and cause the rider to lose control, posing a crash….
| Agency | CPSC |
|---|---|
| Recall number | 16768 |
| Classification | Not classified |
| Status | unknown |
| Initiated | 2016-08-23 |
| Published | 2016-08-23 |
| Last updated | 2026-09-13 11:58 UTC |
| Company | Arctic Cat |
| Distribution | US |
Product
Side-by-side utility vehicles | This recall involves all model year 2016 Arctic Cat 700 HDX models and model year 2017 Arctic Cat 700 HDX CREW models within the vehicle identification number range of 300001 through 301280. The recalled utility vehicles have four wheels with side-by-side seating for three or six people. They were sold in a variety of colors including green, black, fire red, true timber camo and other colors. "Arctic Cat" is printed on the sides, front and rear of the utility vehicles. "HDX" is printed on the sides of the front fenders. The vehicle identification number on the 700 HDX CREW models is stamped into the upper frame tube under the rear of the cargo box.
Reason
The throttle cable can stick and prevent the throttle mechanism from returning to an idle position upon release of the throttle and cause the rider to lose control, posing a crash hazard and risk of injury.
Status history
No status changes recorded since RecallRadar first saw this recall on 2026-09-13 11:58 UTC. Current status: unknown.
Source
Official record: https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2016/Arctic-Cat-Recalls-Side-by-Side-Utility-Vehicles
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