CPSC2011-01-18
Arctic Cat Recalls Snowmobiles Due to a Loss of Control Hazard
Arctic Cat Inc., of Thief River Falls, Minn.
Hazard
The front lower suspension arm can crack during use which could lead to loss of control, posing a risk of severe injury or death.
Remedy
Consumers should immediately stop using these snowmobiles and contact their local Arctic Cat snowmobile dealer to schedule a free repair. Registered owners have been directly notified about this recall by mail.
Sold at
Arctic Cat dealerships nationwide from June 2009 through January 2011 for between $6,800 and $15,000.
Affected count
About 16,500
Injuries reported
Arctic Cat has received 13 reports of suspension arms cracking. No injuries or accidents have been reported.
Manufactured in
United States
Remedy type
Repair
Products
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 visit the firm's website at www.arctic-cat.com
Official notice
https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2011/Arctic-Cat-Recalls-Snowmobiles-Due-to-a-Loss-of-Control-Hazard1Don't want to check this manually?
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