Warn Industries Inc. recalls eight-post ATV winch kits due to overheating.(TRAILMIX)

ATV Magazine, March, 2007

Clackamas, Ore.-based Warn Industries Inc., in cooperation with the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission, is recalling approximately 218,000 Warn ATV and utility vehicle winch kits that can continue to pull current when in the "off" position, which can cause overheating and pose a fire hazard.

No injuries have been reported, but there has been one report of an electrical failure resulting in excessive heat and melting damage to the unit.

The 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 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.

The winch kits were...

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