The Recall Desk
HighCPSC·11715·Announced 2011-01-18

Arctic Cat Recalls 2010 Snowmobiles Due to Suspension Arm Crack Hazard

Arctic Cat is recalling about 16,500 2010 snowmobiles because a front suspension arm can crack, potentially causing loss of control. No injuries have been reported.

What this means for you

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 structural defect (suspension arm cracking) that poses a risk of severe injury or death due to loss of control, but the source explicitly states that no injuries or accidents have been reported, fitting the 'High' severity criteria for risk-of-harm products without reported injury.

Plain-English summary

Arctic Cat Inc. is recalling approximately 16,500 2010 model year snowmobiles, including the Z1, TZ1, F, Bearcat, M, and CF series. The recall covers all variations of color and model features for these specific models. The vehicles were sold at Arctic Cat dealerships nationwide from June 2009 through January 2011 for prices ranging from $6,800 to $15,000.

The recall is necessary because the front lower suspension arm can crack during use. This defect could lead to a loss of control of the snowmobile, posing a risk of severe injury or death. Arctic Cat has received 13 reports of suspension arms cracking, but the company states that no injuries or accidents have been reported in connection with this issue.

Consumers should immediately stop using the affected 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. For additional information, consumers can contact Arctic Cat at (800) 279-6851 between 8 a.m. and 5 p.m. CT Monday through Friday or visit the company's website at www.arctic-cat.com.

The recalled product

Product
Snowmobiles
Manufacturer
Arctic Cat Inc., of Thief River Falls, Minn.
Category
Vehicle — Snowmobile
Hazard
Affected units
16,500

Distribution

Distributed nationwide across the United States.

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