CPSC recall · Reported December 15, 2011
Arctic Cat Recalls Snowmobiles Due to Crash Hazard
The headlamp fuse can fail, disorienting the operator during periods of limited visibility and posing a crash hazard.
Arctic Cat Inc., of Thief River Falls, Minn. recalled The recall involves the following 2012 F, XF, and M model snowmobiles: Model Model Name/N….
Arctic Cat Recalls Snowmobiles Due to Crash Hazard was recalled by Arctic Cat Inc., of Thief River Falls, Minn. in December 15, 2011. Reason: The headlamp fuse can fail, disorienting the operator during periods of limited visibility and posing a crash…. Remedy: Consumers should immediately stop using these snowmobiles and contact their local Arctic …. Verify recall #12708 with the CPSC before acting.
The recall
Arctic Cat Inc., of Thief River Falls, Minn. issued this CPSC recall-The headlamp fuse can fail, disorienting the operator during periods of limited visibility and posing a crash….
- None
- agency class
- December 15, 2011
- reported
Sourced from official CPSC enforcement records. Verify recall #12708 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 recall involves the following 2012 F, XF, and M model snowmobiles: Model Model Name/Number F F800 LXR, F1100 LXR, F800 Sno Pro, F1100 Sno Pro/Limited/50th XF XF800 LXR, XF1100 LXR, XF800 Sno Pro High Country, XF1100 Limited/50th M M800, M1100, M800 Sno Pro, M1100 Sno Pro/Limited/50th, M800 HCR Recalled snowmobiles can be identified by the last six numerals of the Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) in the following ranges: 105092 through 112175 or 800001 through 800033. The model name is located on each side of the hood. The VIN is located on the right side tunnel. The snowmobiles come in a variety of color combinations: Black, White and Orange, Black and Orange, and Black and Green.
Reason for recall
The headlamp fuse can fail, disorienting the operator during periods of limited visibility and posing a crash hazard.
Remedy, what to do
Consumers should immediately stop using these snowmobiles and contact their local Arctic Cat snowmobile dealer to schedule a free repair. Arctic Cat has notified owners of these snowmobiles directly by mail.
Recall Profile
| Attribute | Value |
|---|---|
| Agency | U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission |
| Severity class | Not classified by agency |
| Status | Active |
| Recall number | 12708 |
| Date reported | December 15, 2011 |
| Date initiated | December 15, 2011 |
| Recalling firm | Arctic Cat Inc., of Thief River Falls, Minn. |
| Affected scope | About 7,100 |
| 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 (12708) 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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