Recalls / 2006-11-08

Warn Industries Inc. Recalls Eight-Post ATV Winch Kits for Overheating

07027 · Recalled 2006-11-08 · CPSC page

Description

This recall involves eight-post contactors used on certain 2,500 to 3,500 lb Warn ATV and Utility Vehicle Winch Kits. The black contactors were sold as a part of winch kits and have a "WARN" logo on the top and bottom of the contactor. Warn part number 62135 is printed on the bottom. Contactors are found on the vehicle attached to the power wires, between the battery and the winch. The contactor has four holes for securing it to the vehicle. A complete listing of winch kit part numbers involved in this recall can be found at www.warn.com

Hazards

A component of the winch kit, the eight-post contactor, can continue to pull current when in the "off" position, which can cause it to overheat and pose a fire hazard.

Reported injuries

Warn Industries has received one report of a contactor failure resulting in excessive heat and melting damage to the contactor. No injuries were reported.

Remedy

Consumers with winch kits containing these eight-post contactors should immediately disconnect the contactor wires from the battery and contact Warn Industries or their local dealer for a free replacement contactor.

Products

Name	Model	Units
Warn ATV and Utility Vehicle Winch Kits		About 218,000

Parties

Manufacturer: Warn Industries Inc.
Made in: United States, Japan
Sold at: ATV dealers, ATV accessory retailers, mail order catalogs, Web retailers nationwide

Consumer contact

For additional information, consumers can contact Warn toll-free at (866) 408-3767 between 7 a.m. and 4 p.m. PT Monday through Friday, or e-mail Warn at contact@warn.com - consumers also can visit the firm's Web site at www.warn.com

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Source: CPSC recall 07027. Inclusion in this database is not legal or medical advice.