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Arctic Cat Recalls Snowmobiles Due to Fire Hazard (Recall Alert)

Reported: January 11, 2017 Initiated: January 11, 2017 #17724

Product Description

The recall involves model year 2007, 2008, and 2009 Arctic Cat snowmobiles, including F models, Jaguar and Jaguar Z1 1100 models, Bearcat Z1 XT models, T500 and T570 models, TZ1 and TZ1 Turbo models, and Z1 1100 and Z1 1100 Turbo models. These snowmobiles were produced in a variety of color combinations. "Arctic Cat" is printed on the sides of the vehicle and on the back snow-flap area. The model name is on the side of the vehicle. The model number is printed in the owner's manual.

Reason for Recall

The fuel tank can crack and fuel can leak into the engine compartment, posing a fire hazard.

Remedy

Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled snowmobiles and contact an Arctic Cat snowmobile dealer to schedule a free repair. Registered owners have been directly notified about this recall by mail.

Frequently Asked Questions

What product was recalled?
The recall involves model year 2007, 2008, and 2009 Arctic Cat snowmobiles, including F models, Jaguar and Jaguar Z1 1100 models, Bearcat Z1 XT models, T500 and T570 models, TZ1 and TZ1 Turbo models, and Z1 1100 and Z1 1100 Turbo models. These snowmobiles were produced in a variety of color combinations. "Arctic Cat" is printed on the sides of the vehicle and on the back snow-flap area. The model name is on the side of the vehicle. The model number is printed in the owner's manual.. Recalled by Arctic Cat Inc., of Thief River Falls, Minn.. Units affected: About 20,700.
Why was this product recalled?
The fuel tank can crack and fuel can leak into the engine compartment, posing a fire hazard.
What should consumers do?
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled snowmobiles and contact an Arctic Cat snowmobile dealer to schedule a free repair. Registered owners have been directly notified about this recall by mail.
Which agency issued this recall?
This recall was issued by the CPSC on January 11, 2017. Severity: Moderate. Recall number: 17724.