Arctic Cat Recalls Snowmobiles Due to Fire Hazard
Recall at a glance
- Recall number
- 09-713 (CPSC)
- Recall date
- December 16, 2008
- Brand
- Arctic Cat
- Category
- Sports, bikes and outdoor
- Products
- Model Year 2009 Arctic Cat Mountain Cat and Crossfire Snowmobiles
- Hazard
- Fire Hazard
- Hazard type
- Fire and burn
- Units
- About 10,000
- Made in
- United States
- Last updated by CPSC
- May 23, 2014
What was recalled
This recall involves all 2009 model Mountain Cat and Crossfire snowmobiles within the Vin number range of 103896 through 118441. The Vin number can be found stamped into the tunnel near the right-side footrest.
Is my product affected?
Compare your product with the details below, including model numbers where listed.
- Model Year 2009 Arctic Cat Mountain Cat and Crossfire Snowmobiles · About 10,000 units
Photos from the recall notice
Where it was sold
Companies named in the notice: Authorized Arctic Cat dealers nationwide from June 2008 through November 2008 for between $7,500 and $13,100.; Arctic Cat Inc., of Thief River Falls, Minn..
Injuries or incidents reported
Arctic Cat has received four reports of fuel leakage. There have been no reports of personal injury or property damage.
Consumer contact
For more 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 Web site at www.arcticcat.com
Recall history and context
Arctic Cat appears in 36 CPSC recalls on record. See all Arctic Cat recalls.
Since 2019 CPSC has recorded 451 recalls in the sports, bikes and outdoor category, 74 recalls of them in the past 12 months.
Frequently asked questions
What was recalled?
Model Year 2009 Arctic Cat Mountain Cat and Crossfire Snowmobiles (About 10,000 units). This recall involves all 2009 model Mountain Cat and Crossfire snowmobiles within the Vin number range of 103896 through 118441.
Why was it recalled?
CPSC lists the reason as: Fire Hazard.
What should I do if I own one?
Consumers should immediately stop using the snowmobile and contact authorized Arctic Cat service dealers to schedule a free repair. All known users have been contacted.
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Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission recall data, shown as published and last updated by CPSC on May 23, 2014. Details can change; the official notice is the authority. If your product may be recalled, stop and read the notice before deciding what to do. Terms and disclaimer.