CPSC recall · Reported January 18, 2011
Arctic Cat Recalls Snowmobiles Due to a Loss of Control 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.
Arctic Cat Inc., of Thief River Falls, Minn. recalled This recall involves all 2010 Arctic Cat Z1, TZ1, F, Bearcat, M, and CF model snowmobiles….
Arctic Cat Recalls Snowmobiles Due to a Loss of Control Hazard was recalled by Arctic Cat Inc., of Thief River Falls, Minn. in January 18, 2011. Reason: The front lower suspension arm can crack during use which could lead to loss of control, posing a risk of sev…. Remedy: Consumers should immediately stop using these snowmobiles and contact their local Arctic …. Verify recall #11715 with the CPSC before acting.
The recall
Arctic Cat Inc., of Thief River Falls, Minn. issued this CPSC recall-The front lower suspension arm can crack during use which could lead to loss of control, posing a risk of sev….
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- agency class
- January 18, 2011
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Sourced from official CPSC enforcement records. Verify recall #11715 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
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.
Reason for recall
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, what to do
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.
Recall Profile
| Attribute | Value |
|---|---|
| Agency | U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission |
| Severity class | Not classified by agency |
| Status | Active |
| Recall number | 11715 |
| Date reported | January 18, 2011 |
| Date initiated | January 18, 2011 |
| Recalling firm | Arctic Cat Inc., of Thief River Falls, Minn. |
| Affected scope | About 16,500 |
| 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 immediately stop using these snowmobiles and contact their local Arctic Cat snowmobile dealer to schedule a free…
- Check the recall number (11715) 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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