CPSC2006-04-25
Arctic Cat Recalls Snowmobiles Posing Fire and Burn Hazard
Arctic Cat Inc., of Thief River Falls, Minn.
Hazard
The recalled snowmobiles fuel tank could crack and leak, allowing fuel or fuel vapors to escape, posing a fire and burn hazard.
Remedy
Consumers should stop using these snowmobiles immediately unless instructed otherwise. Registered owners have been notified about this recall by mail. If consumers are unsure if their snowmobile is affected, they should call Arctic Cat. Consumers should have the model name and model number available. The model name and model number are displayed on the registration materials you received when you purchased your snowmobile and on your operator's manual. Consumers with a recalled snowmobile should contact their local Arctic Cat snowmobile dealer to schedule a free repair.
Sold at
Arctic Cat dealerships nationwide from May 2002 through April 2006 for between $6,500 and $8,500.
Affected count
About 41,000
Injuries reported
Arctic Cat has received 217 warranty claims related to two issues surrounding possible fuel leakage from fuel tanks, including a crack in the fuel filler neck and leaks at the fuel outlet fitting. No injuries have been reported.
Manufactured in
United States
Products
Arctic Cat Snowmobiles
Consumer contact
For additional information, contact Arctic Cat at (800) 279-6851 between 8 a.m. and 5 p.m. CT Monday through Friday or go to the firm's Web sit at www.arctic-cat.com
Official notice
https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2006/Arctic-Cat-Recalls-Snowmobiles-Posing-Fire-and-Burn-HazardDon't want to check this manually?
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