CPSC, Arctic Cat Inc. Announce Recall of Snowmobiles
U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission recall (2003-12-12). Hazards: crash. About 3,700 units in the US.
| Agency | U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission |
|---|---|
| Recall number | 04524 |
| Published | 2003-12-12 |
| Last updated | 2025-03-31 |
| Product category | Snowmobiles |
| Products | Arctic Cat Snowmobiles |
| Firm named in the title | Arctic Cat Inc. |
| Firms | Arctic Cat Inc., of Thief River Falls, Minn. (manufacturer) |
| Manufactured in | United States |
| Units (US) | 3,700 |
| Hazard classes | crash |
| Remedy classes | repair, stop use |
| Sold | Arctic Cat dealerships worldwide, from June 2002 through December 2003, for between $6,500 and $8,500. |
Description
The recalled red plastic skis (part number 1703-131) were used on a number of 2003 Arctic Cat Firecat models. All 2003 Arctic Cat Firecat snowmobiles produced with red plastic skis are included in this recall.
Hazard
The red plastic skis used on these 2003 model year snowmobiles could be damaged by UV light exposure. If during off-season storage, the snowmobile was stored with the skis exposed to sunlight, damage may have occurred. If UV damage has occurred, the ski may crack or break during use. If this occurs, it could lead to a loss of control, that could result in severe injury or death.
Remedy
Consumers should stop using these snowmobiles immediately. Registered owners have been notified about this recall by mail. Consumers with a recalled snowmobile should contact their local Arctic Cat snowmobile dealer to schedule the free repair.
Incidents and injuries
None reported.
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