The Recall Desk
Our severity:HighCPSC·06547·Announced 2006-04-25

Arctic Cat Recalls Snowmobiles Due to Fuel Tank Fire and Burn Hazard

Arctic Cat is recalling about 41,000 snowmobiles because fuel tanks may crack and leak, posing a fire and burn hazard. No injuries have been reported.

What this means for you

Our assessment, not the agency’s: severity 3/5 (High).

Real risk of harm even if no illness or injury has been reported yet. Stop using the product and follow the agency's guidance.

Our severity reasoning: The recall involves a risk-of-harm product (fire and burn hazard) where injury has not yet been reported, which aligns with the 'High' severity criteria.

Plain-English summary

Arctic Cat Inc. is recalling approximately 41,000 snowmobiles due to a defect in the fuel tank. The fuel tank could crack and leak, allowing fuel or fuel vapors to escape, which poses a fire and burn hazard.

The recall includes all 2004, 2005, and 206 Firecat and Sabercat models, as well as all 2003 Firecat carbureted models. These snowmobiles were sold at Arctic Cat dealerships nationwide from May 2002 through April 2006 for between $6,500 and $8,500. Arctic Cat has received 217 warranty claims related to fuel leakage, but no injuries have been reported.

Consumers should stop using these snowmobiles immediately unless instructed otherwise. Registered owners have been notified by mail. Consumers who are unsure if their snowmobile is affected should contact their local Arctic Cat snowmobile dealer to schedule a free repair. They should have the model name and number available, which can be found on the registration materials or operator's manual.

The recalled product

Product
Arctic Cat Snowmobiles
Manufacturer
Arctic Cat Inc., of Thief River Falls, Minn.
Category
Vehicle — Snowmobiles
Hazard
Affected units
41,000

Distribution

Distributed nationwide across the United States.

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