CPSC recall · Reported June 6, 2017
Arctic Cat Recalls Snowmobiles Due to Impact Hazard (Recall Alert)
The snowmobile drive clutch can fracture and fragments can escape the snowmobile shielding, posing an impact hazard.
Arctic Cat Inc., of Thief River Falls, Minn. recalled This recall involves all model year 2017 Arctic Cat 9000 Turbo snowmobiles and model year….
Arctic Cat Recalls Snowmobiles Due to Impact Hazard (Recall Alert) was recalled by Arctic Cat Inc., of Thief River Falls, Minn. in June 6, 2017. Reason: The snowmobile drive clutch can fracture and fragments can escape the snowmobile shielding, posing an impact …. Remedy: Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled snowmobiles and contact an Arctic Ca…. Verify recall #17748 with the CPSC before acting.
The recall
Arctic Cat Inc., of Thief River Falls, Minn. issued this CPSC recall-The snowmobile drive clutch can fracture and fragments can escape the snowmobile shielding, posing an impact ….
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- agency class
- June 6, 2017
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Sourced from official CPSC enforcement records. Verify recall #17748 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 model year 2017 Arctic Cat 9000 Turbo snowmobiles and model year 2018 Arctic Cat 6000, 7000, 8000, and 9000 snowmobiles. The vehicle identification number (VIN) is stamped on the right side of the snowmobile tunnel near the right foot rest. The last six digits of the VIN are needed to identify recalled snowmobiles. The recalled 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. Model Year Model Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) 2017 Artic Cat 9000 Turbo All VINs 2018 Artic Cat 6000, 7000, 8000 and 9000 Within range of 100001 through 102133 or 808003 through 808241
Reason for recall
The snowmobile drive clutch can fracture and fragments can escape the snowmobile shielding, posing an impact hazard.
Remedy, what to 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.
Recall Profile
| Attribute | Value |
|---|---|
| Agency | U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission |
| Severity class | Not classified by agency |
| Status | Active |
| Recall number | 17748 |
| Date reported | June 6, 2017 |
| Date initiated | June 6, 2017 |
| Recalling firm | Arctic Cat Inc., of Thief River Falls, Minn. |
| Affected scope | About 2,700 |
| 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 the recalled snowmobiles and contact an Arctic Cat snowmobile dealer to schedule a free r…
- Check the recall number (17748) 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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