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Product recall · CPSCJanuary 11, 2017Serious
Arctic Cat Snowmobiles
The notice says to stop using it — see below for what to do.
What’s wrong
The fuel tank can crack and fuel can leak into the engine compartment, posing a fire hazard.
The Recall Registry rates this serious — Fire or burn risk.
What it looks like
Photos help. Identifiers decide. Appearance can vary by color, finish or packaging. Confirm the model number, date code or other identifier in the official notice.
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What to do
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled snowmobiles and contact an Arctic Cat snowmobile dealer to schedule a free repair. Registered owners have been directly notified about this recall by mail.
Who to contact: Arctic Cat at 800-279-6851 between 8 a.m. and 5 p.m. CT Monday through Friday or online at https://www.arcticcat.com/customer-care, then "Product Recall" and then "List of Safety Bulletins" for more information.
The product
The recall involves model year 2007, 2008, and 2009 Arctic Cat snowmobiles, including F models, Jaguar and Jaguar Z1 1100 models, Bearcat Z1 XT models, T500 and T570 models, TZ1 and TZ1 Turbo models, and Z1 1100 and Z1 1100 Turbo models. These snowmobiles were produced in a variety of color combinations. "Arctic Cat" is printed on the sides of the vehicle and on the back snow-flap area. The model name is on the side of the vehicle. The model number is printed in the owner's manual.
Details
- Units affected
- About 20,700
- Recall date
- January 11, 2017
- Brand
- Arctic Cat Inc., of Thief River Falls, Minn.
- Injuries reported
- None reported
- What has been reported
- Arctic Cat has received reports of 918 incidents, including 6 reports of fires, with the snowmobiles. No injuries have been reported.
Arctic Cat dealerships nationwide from June 2006 through December 2016 for between $11,500 and $14,300.
The official notice
This recall was issued by the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission. The Recall Registry summarises it — always confirm the details at the source.
Their exact wording: “Arctic Cat Recalls Snowmobiles Due to Fire Hazard (Recall Alert)”
Worried about the other things in your house? You can write down what you have and be told if one is recalled — or, if you sell second-hand, check your whole stock at once.
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