Arctic Cat Recalls Snowmobiles Posing Fire and Burn Hazard
Recall 06547 · Apr 25, 2006 · Arctic Cat
41,000
units affected
41,000
units affected
Facts
- Recall number
- 06547
- Date
- Apr 25, 2006
- Company
- Arctic Cat
- Units affected
- 41,000
- Product
- Arctic Cat Snowmobiles
- Product type
- Snowmobiles
- Hazard
- Fire
The product
The recalled fuel tanks were installed on all 2004, 2005 and 2006 Firecat and Sabercat models. The recall also includes all 2003 Firecat carbureted models. The affected models were manufactured in a variety of colors and engine sizes. However, all are included in this recall.
What can happen
The recalled snowmobiles fuel tank could crack and leak, allowing fuel or fuel vapors to escape, posing a fire and burn hazard.
The fix
Consumers should stop using these snowmobiles immediately unless instructed otherwise. Registered owners have been notified about this recall by mail. If consumers are unsure if their snowmobile is affected, they should call Arctic Cat. Consumers should have the model name and model number available. The model name and model number are displayed on the registration materials you received when you purchased your snowmobile and on your operator's manual. Consumers with a recalled snowmobile should contact their local Arctic Cat snowmobile dealer to schedule a free repair.
Incidents and where it was sold
- Incidents
- Arctic Cat has received 217 warranty claims related to two issues surrounding possible fuel leakage from fuel tanks, including a crack in the fuel filler neck and leaks at the fuel outlet fitting. No injuries have been reported.
- Sold at
- Arctic Cat dealerships nationwide from May 2002 through April 2006 for between $6,500 and $8,500.
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Questions and answers
What should I do with the recalled arctic cat snowmobiles?
Consumers should stop using these snowmobiles immediately unless instructed otherwise. Registered owners have been notified about this recall by mail. If consumers are unsure if their snowmobile is affected, they should call Arctic Cat. Consumers should have the model name and model number available. The model name.
What is the hazard?
The recalled snowmobiles fuel tank could crack and leak, allowing fuel or fuel vapors to escape, posing a fire and burn hazard.
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.