CPSC2012-12-19
Arctic Cat Recalls Bearcat Snowmobiles Due to Fire Hazard
Arctic Cat Inc., of Thief River Falls, Minn.
Hazard
The fuel tank can leak, posing a fire hazard.
Remedy
Consumers should stop using the snowmobiles immediately and contact their local Arctic Cat snowmobile dealer to schedule a free repair. Arctic Cat is contacting its customers directly.
Sold at
Arctic Cat dealerships nationwide from May 2012 through October 2012 for between $9,000 and $13,500.
Affected count
About 3,900
Injuries reported
Arctic Cat has received three reports of snowmobiles leaking fuel when set-up at dealerships due to damage during the production process. Arctic Cat has received no reports of fires, property damage or injuries related to the recalled vehicles.
Manufactured in
United States
Remedy type
Repair
Products
Arctic Cat Snowmobiles
Consumer contact
Arctic Cat; at (800) 279-6851, from 8 a.m. and 5 p.m. CT Monday through Friday, at www.arcticcat.com, and click on Customer Service, then select "Recalls/Bulletins" for more information.
Official notice
https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2013/Arctic-Cat-Recalls-Bearcat-Snowmobiles-Due-to-Fire-HazardDon't want to check this manually?
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