CPSC recall · Reported September 16, 2004
CPSC, Arctic Cat Inc. Announce Recall of Certain 2004 Snowmobiles
The red plastic skis used on certain 2004 Firecat and Sabercat snowmobiles could crack or break as a result of off-season exposure to ultraviolet sunlight. Ski failure could lead …
Arctic Cat Inc., of Thief River Falls, Minn. recalled All 2004 Arctic Cat Firecat and Sabercat snowmobiles with red plastic skis are included i….
CPSC, Arctic Cat Inc. Announce Recall of Certain 2004 Snowmobiles was recalled by Arctic Cat Inc., of Thief River Falls, Minn. in September 16, 2004. Reason: The red plastic skis used on certain 2004 Firecat and Sabercat snowmobiles could crack or break as a result o…. Remedy: Free repair at the local Arctic Cat snowmobile dealer. Registered owners have been notifi…. Verify recall #04581 with the CPSC before acting.
The recall
Arctic Cat Inc., of Thief River Falls, Minn. issued this CPSC recall-The red plastic skis used on certain 2004 Firecat and Sabercat snowmobiles could crack or break as a result o….
- None
- agency class
- 5K units
- affected scope
- September 16, 2004
- reported
Sourced from official CPSC enforcement records. Verify recall #04581 with the agency before acting. Full product description, hazard, remedy, and related recalls are below.
Recall Insight
This recall's affected scope, documented in the Recall Profile below, stays within a single-region or limited-distribution footprint. Distribution information was not included in the agency filing, so consumers should assume broad potential exposure until the firm publishes point-of-sale details. Consumers holding this product should act on the agency's documented remedy above rather than relying on general guidance.
Within the same product category the archive holds 6 closely related recalls, 6 from CPSC - clustering in a narrow category often points to a systemic quality-control or supplier issue rather than a one-off defect. Always verify the recall number against the official agency record before acting.
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Product description
All 2004 Arctic Cat Firecat and Sabercat snowmobiles with red plastic skis are included in this recall. The recalled red plastic skis are part number 1703-500. The model name of the snowmobile is located on either side of the hood. Both the model name and number are in the operator's manual and registration materials.
Reason for recall
The red plastic skis used on certain 2004 Firecat and Sabercat snowmobiles could crack or break as a result of off-season exposure to ultraviolet sunlight. Ski failure could lead to loss of control, that could result in severe injury or death.
Remedy, what to do
Free repair at the local Arctic Cat snowmobile dealer. Registered owners have been notified about this recall by mail.
Recall Profile
| Attribute | Value |
|---|---|
| Agency | U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission |
| Severity class | Not classified by agency |
| Status | Active |
| Recall number | 04581 |
| Date reported | September 16, 2004 |
| Date initiated | September 16, 2004 |
| Recalling firm | Arctic Cat Inc., of Thief River Falls, Minn. |
| Affected scope | 5,193 |
| Distribution | Not disclosed |
| Official source | CPSC notice → |
Profile values are sourced directly from the official CPSC enforcement record. Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission.
What to do with this recall
Free repair at the local Arctic Cat snowmobile dealer. Registered owners have been notified about this recall by mail.
- Check the recall number (04581) and product description against the item you own. Search the archive
- Confirm the current status and remedy on the official CPSC notice before acting. CPSC notice
- Follow the documented remedy (refund, replacement, repair, or disposal) rather than general advice. What to do next
This page summarizes the official CPSC record for research and awareness; it is not legal, medical, or safety advice. Verify with the issuing agency before acting.
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