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ARGO Recalls ARGO Xplorer All-Terrain Vehicles (ATVs) Due to Fire Hazard (Recall Alert)
No injuries reported. This is a preventive recall action.
Source: CPSC
InfoRecall #23790
ARGO Recalls ARGO Xplorer All-Terrain Vehicles (ATVs) Due to Fire Hazard (Recall Alert)
ARGO USA Inc., of Thief River Falls, Minnesota · ARGO Xplorer ATVs
Product Description
This recall involves ARGO Xplorer XR 500 and XRT 500 ATVs in model years 2020 through 2021 and XR 570, and XRT 570 ATVs in model years 2021 through 2023. The vehicles were sold in green, red, white, black, blue and graphite colors. Consumers can identify their ATV by looking at the VIN plate, which is located in the right-front wheel well on the frame of the vehicle. Consumers can identify the year of their ATV with the following code: the 10th character in the VIN will be L for model year 2020, M for model year 2021, N for model year 2022, and P for model year 2023. The model name and package is located on the side decals of the ATV. Model Name Model Year XPLORER XR 500 2020, 2021 XPLORER XR 500 LE 2020, 2021 XPLORER XR 570 2021, 2022 XPLORER XR 570 LE 2021, 2022 XPLORER XRT 500 2020, 2021 XPLORER XRT 570 2021, 2022, 2023 XPLORER XRT 570 LE 2022, 2023
Hazard
Incorrectly installed check valves and vent hoses can lead to fuel overflow, posing a fire hazard.
Remedy
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled ARGO Xplorer ATVs. ARGO is contacting all known purchasers directly with instructions to contact an authorized ARGO ATV dealer for a free inspection and repair of the fuel system. The dealer will perform an inspection of the vent system, re-route and extend the vent hose, and install a fuel neck insert.
Repair
Reported Injuries
The firm has received two reports of fuel overflow incidents, including one fire. No injuries have been reported.
411 Press Analysis
A recall affecting about 500 (in addition, about 1,670 in canada) of ARGO Xplorer ATVs was announced on September 7, 2023 by the CPSC. Incorrectly installed check valves and vent hoses can lead to fuel overflow, posing a fire hazard. ARGO USA Inc., of Thief River Falls, Minnesota initiated this voluntary recall before any injuries were reported. Consumers who purchased this product should schedule a free repair by contacting the manufacturer. The CPSC encourages consumers to register products at the time of purchase to receive direct notification of future recalls.
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