CPSC2012-01-31
Arctic Cat Recalls Snowmobiles Due to Crash Hazard
Arctic Cat Inc., of Thief River Falls, Minn.
Hazard
The lower steering tie-rod attachment can loosen and cause loss of steering control, posing a crash hazard.
Remedy
Consumers should immediately stop using these snowmobiles and contact their local Arctic Cat snowmobile dealer to schedule a free inspection and repair. Arctic Cat has notified owners of these snowmobiles directly by mail.
Sold at
Arctic Cat dealerships nationwide from May 2011 through December 2011 for between $10,500 and $14,500.
Affected count
About 19,000 (This recall was first announced in December 2011)
Injuries reported
Arctic Cat has received four reports of incidents, including one complete loss of steering control. No injuries have been reported.
Manufactured in
United States
Remedy type
Repair
Products
Arctic Cat Snowmobiles
Consumer contact
For additional information, call 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/2012/Arctic-Cat-Recalls-Snowmobiles-Due-to-Crash-Hazard2Don't want to check this manually?
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