CPSC recall · Reported September 19, 2006
Arctic Cat Inc. Recalls Snowmobiles Due to Loss of Steering Control Hazard
The steering shaft used on certain 2002, 2003, 2004, 2005 and 2006 Arctic Cat snowmobiles can fail at the steering shaft/steering arm attachment. This could cause a loss of steeri…
Arctic Cat Inc., of Thief River Falls, Minn. recalled The recalled steering shafts were installed on the following models: All 2002 440 Sno Pro….
Arctic Cat Inc. Recalls Snowmobiles Due to Loss of Steering Control Hazard was recalled by Arctic Cat Inc., of Thief River Falls, Minn. in September 19, 2006. Reason: The steering shaft used on certain 2002, 2003, 2004, 2005 and 2006 Arctic Cat snowmobiles can fail at the ste…. Remedy: Consumers should stop using the recalled snowmobiles immediately. Registered owners have …. Verify recall #06580 with the CPSC before acting.
The recall
Arctic Cat Inc., of Thief River Falls, Minn. issued this CPSC recall-The steering shaft used on certain 2002, 2003, 2004, 2005 and 2006 Arctic Cat snowmobiles can fail at the ste….
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- agency class
- September 19, 2006
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Sourced from official CPSC enforcement records. Verify recall #06580 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, 3 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
The recalled steering shafts were installed on the following models: All 2002 440 Sno Pro Models All 2003 Firecat 500/600/700, Firecat 700 Sno Pro, and 440 Sno Pro Models All 2004 Firecat 500/600/700 (STD and Sno Pro), and Sabercat 500/600/700 Models All 2005 Firecat 500/600/700 (STD and Sno Pro), M5,M6,M7, and Sabercat 500/600/700 Models All 2006 Crossfire 600/700, Firecat 500/600/700, Firecat 700 Sno Pro, Sabercat 500/600/700, and all M-Series
Reason for recall
The steering shaft used on certain 2002, 2003, 2004, 2005 and 2006 Arctic Cat snowmobiles can fail at the steering shaft/steering arm attachment. This could cause a loss of steering control of the vehicle, and result in injury or death.
Remedy, what to do
Consumers should stop using the recalled snowmobiles immediately. Registered owners have been notified about this recall by mail. If consumers are unsure if their snowmobile is affected, they should call Arctic Cat. Consumers should have available the model name and model number of the snowmobile when they call. The model name and model number are displayed on the registration materials you received when you purchased your snowmobile, and on your operator's manual. Consumers with a recalled snowmobile should contact their local Arctic Cat snowmobile dealer to schedule the free repair.
Recall Profile
| Attribute | Value |
|---|---|
| Agency | U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission |
| Severity class | Not classified by agency |
| Status | Active |
| Recall number | 06580 |
| Date reported | September 19, 2006 |
| Date initiated | September 19, 2006 |
| Recalling firm | Arctic Cat Inc., of Thief River Falls, Minn. |
| Affected scope | About 50,500 |
| 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
Consumers should stop using the recalled snowmobiles immediately. Registered owners have been notified about this recall by mail.…
- Check the recall number (06580) 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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