Arctic Cat Recalls Snowmobiles Due to a Loss of Control Hazard
Recall 11715 · Jan 18, 2011 · Arctic Cat
16,500
units affected
16,500
units affected
Facts
- Recall number
- 11715
- Date
- Jan 18, 2011
- Company
- Arctic Cat
- Units affected
- 16,500
- Product
- Snowmobiles
- Product type
- Snowmobiles
- Remedy
- Repair
- Hazard
- Crash risk
The product
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.
What can happen
The front lower suspension arm can crack during use which could lead to loss of control, posing a risk of severe injury or death.
The fix
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.
Incidents and where it was sold
- Incidents
- Arctic Cat has received 13 reports of suspension arms cracking. No injuries or accidents have been reported.
- Sold at
- Arctic Cat dealerships nationwide from June 2009 through January 2011 for between $6,800 and $15,000.
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Questions and answers
What should I do with the recalled snowmobiles?
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.
What is the 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.
A recall means the maker found a safety problem and offers a free fix; it does not mean every unit has the problem. Units affected are as reported by the company. Popular models sell more and so have more recalls and complaints. Official public data; texts are shortened. Contact the company named above for the remedy.