Arctic Cat Recalls Snowmobiles Due to a Loss of Control Hazard

U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission recall (2011-01-18). Hazards: crash. About 16,500 units in the US.

Agency	U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission
Recall number	`11715`
Published	2011-01-18
Last updated	2016-04-21
Product category	Snowmobiles
Products	Snowmobiles
Firm named in the title	Arctic Cat
Firms	Arctic Cat Inc., of Thief River Falls, Minn. (manufacturer)
Manufactured in	United States
Units (US)	16,500
Hazard classes	crash
Remedy classes	repair, stop use
Sold	Arctic Cat dealerships nationwide from June 2009 through January 2011 for between $6,800 and $15,000.

Description

This recall involves all 2010 Arctic Cat Z1, TZ1, F, Bearcat, M, and CF model snowmobiles. All variations of color and model features of the models listed are included in this recall. The model name is indicated on the side of vehicle, in the registration materials and owner's manual.

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.

Incidents and injuries

Arctic Cat has received 13 reports of suspension arms cracking. No injuries or accidents have been reported.

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