Table of contents
- Latest CFMOTO CFORCE 800 ATV Lawsuit Updates
- October 24, 2024: CPSC Announces Recall 25-019 of Touring ATVs
- May 10, 2021: Transport Canada Publishes Recall 2021273
- May 6, 2021: CFMOTO Recalls 2021 CFORCE 800XC ATVs
- Who May Be Affected?
- Reported Injuries or Damages
- Recall and Regulatory Background
- Evidence to Preserve
- Filing Deadlines
- Frequently Asked Questions
- What Was the CFMOTO CFORCE 800 Recall About?
- How Do I Know If My CFORCE 800 ATV Is Recalled?
- Can I Get a Free Repair for My CFORCE 800XC?
- What Did the 2024 CFMOTO Touring ATV Recall Involve?
- Who Makes the CFMOTO CFORCE 800 ATV?
In May 2021, CFMOTO recalled about 2,050 all-terrain vehicles in the United States, the model year 2021 CFORCE 800XC. A malfunction of the electronic power steering can cause the rider to lose control, posing a crash hazard.
CFMOTO received three reports of the steering failing and loss of control, and two injuries have been reported. Owners should stop using the recalled ATVs right away and contact a CFMOTO dealer to schedule a free repair.
CFMOTO is contacting all registered owners and dealers directly. No lawsuit, class action or MDL has been filed over the CFMOTO CFORCE 800 ATV.
Latest CFMOTO CFORCE 800 ATV Lawsuit Updates
October 24, 2024: CPSC Announces Recall 25-019 of Touring ATVs
CPSC announced recall 25-019 on October 24, 2024. It covers about 2,650 2024 CFORCE 800 Touring and 2024 CFORCE 1000 Touring ATVs, a different model from the 2021 CFORCE 800XC [1].
The throttle lever can fail to return to idle, so the vehicle could keep accelerating. CFMOTO issued a stop ride notice and a free dealer repair.
May 10, 2021: Transport Canada Publishes Recall 2021273
Transport Canada published recall 2021273 (RA-80359) on May 10, 2021. It covers the 2021 CFMOTO CFORCE 800 and CFORCE 1000 ATVs [2].
Transport Canada says the steering system could fail suddenly while driving. That can cause a sudden change in steering feel and increased steering effort. Dealers replace or reprogram the EPS unit and replace the EPS wire connection.
May 6, 2021: CFMOTO Recalls 2021 CFORCE 800XC ATVs
CFMOTO Powersports and the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission announced recall 21-742 on May 6, 2021 [3]. It covers about 2,050 ATVs of model year 2021, the CFORCE 800XC.
The notice says the electronic power steering can malfunction and the rider can lose control. It tells consumers to stop using the recalled ATVs right away.
Who May Be Affected?
Owners and riders of model year 2021 CFORCE 800XC ATVs may be affected. The recalled vehicles were sold in orange, blue, silver and camouflage. The CFMOTO logo sits in the center of the front grille.
Transport Canada lists the 2021 CFORCE 800 and the 2021 CFORCE 1000. Riders in either country who own one of these ATVs can check the recall notice for their model.
The recall alone does not decide who may be eligible, and a legal review looks at each rider individually, starting with the facts of that rider’s crash.
Reported Injuries or Damages
CFMOTO has received three reports of the electronic power steering failing and loss of vehicle control, according to the recall notice. Two injuries have been reported.
These are reports made to the company and published by the regulator. They are not allegations in a complaint, and no complaint alleges injuries. Reports do not prove that the steering caused every crash.
Recall and Regulatory Background
CPSC recall 21-742 covers the 2021 CFORCE 800XC. The remedy is a free repair at a CFMOTO dealer. A recall does not prove liability on its own. CPSC recall 25-019 is a separate action on the 2024 Touring models.
Transport Canada recall 2021273 covers the 2021 CFORCE 800 and 1000. CFMOTO recommends not driving the ATV until the recall work is completed, and owners are notified by mail.
Evidence to Preserve
Keep the following records and items if you were hurt on a CFORCE 800 or fear a steering failure:
- The vehicle identification number, with clear photographs of where it is stamped on the frame.
- Purchase papers and dealer records that show where and when you bought the ATV.
- The recall notice, plus any repair or dealer service records for the steering.
- Photographs of the ATV, the crash scene and any visible damage or injuries.
- Medical records and bills for every treatment that followed the crash.
- Messages, emails and letters exchanged with CFMOTO or the dealer.
- The ATV itself, if it was in a crash, unaltered until a lawyer advises you.
Filing Deadlines
State law sets the filing deadlines for ATV injury claims. They depend on where the rider lives and when the injury happened or was first noticed.
Filing too late can close the door on a claim. Anyone hurt on a CFORCE 800 should talk to a lawyer promptly.
Frequently Asked Questions
What Was the CFMOTO CFORCE 800 Recall About?
The CFMOTO CFORCE 800 recall covered ATVs with 800cc 4-cycle engines sold at CFMOTO dealers nationwide from September 2020 through April 2021 for about $8,800, according to the recall notice.
How Do I Know If My CFORCE 800 ATV Is Recalled?
Check the VIN to learn whether your CFORCE 800 ATV is recalled. Model year 2021 ATVs have the letter M in the 10th position, stamped on the right frame rail under the seat. Call CFMOTO at (888) 823-6686 if unsure.
Can I Get a Free Repair for My CFORCE 800XC?
Yes, a free repair is available for a recalled CFORCE 800XC. CFMOTO takes calls from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. CT Monday through Friday. You can also email info@cfmotousa.com or visit www.cfmotousa.com.
What Did the 2024 CFMOTO Touring ATV Recall Involve?
The 2024 CFMOTO Touring ATV recall involved four reports of the throttle failing to return to idle, including one crash and one minor impact injury. The ATVs sold from May 2024 through August 2024 for $9,400 to $10,500.
Who Makes the CFMOTO CFORCE 800 ATV?
The CFMOTO CFORCE 800 ATV is made in China. CFMOTO Powersports of Plymouth, Minn., sold the recalled 2021 CFORCE 800XC vehicles in the United States.