Textron Specialized Vehicles Recalls Arctic Cat 8000 Snowmobiles Due to Fire Hazard (Recall Alert)
Recall 23765 · Jun 8, 2023 · Textron Specialized Vehicles
8,350
units affected
8,350
units affected
Facts
- Recall number
- 23765
- Date
- Jun 8, 2023
- Company
- Textron Specialized Vehicles
- Units affected
- 8,350
- Product
- Arctic Cat 8000 Series Snowmobiles
- Remedy
- Repair
- Hazard
- Fire
The product
This recall involves Textron Specialized Vehicles Arctic Cat 8000 Series Snowmobiles. The snowmobiles were sold in various colors and have "ARCTIC CAT" and the model number printed on each side of the engine cowling. The Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) is located on the front right-hand frame tube beside the right-hand shock.
What can happen
The fuel rail dampener snap ring can become loose and leak fuel, posing a fire hazard.
The fix
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled snowmobiles and contact Textron Specialized Vehicles to arrange for a free inspection and free repair. Textron Specialized Vehicles is contacting all purchasers directly.
Incidents and where it was sold
- Incidents
- The firm has received nine reports of fuel leaks and one reported fire. No injuries have been reported.
- Sold at
- Arctic Cat dealers nationwide from January 2019 through April 2023 for between $15,100 and $18,900.
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Questions and answers
What should I do with the recalled arctic cat 8000 series snowmobiles?
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled snowmobiles and contact Textron Specialized Vehicles to arrange for a free inspection and free repair. Textron Specialized Vehicles is contacting all purchasers directly.
What is the hazard?
The fuel rail dampener snap ring can become loose and leak fuel, posing a fire 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.