The Recall Desk
HighCPSC·12708·Announced 2011-12-15

Arctic Cat Recalls Snowmobiles Due to Headlamp Fuse Crash Hazard

Arctic Cat is recalling about 7,100 2012 F, XF, and M model snowmobiles because a headlamp fuse can fail, posing a crash hazard during limited visibility.

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 risk-of-harm product (crash hazard) where injury has not yet been reported, which aligns with the 'High' severity criteria in the rubric.

Plain-English summary

Arctic Cat Inc. is recalling approximately 7,100 2012 F, XF, and M model snowmobiles. The recall involves specific models including the F800 LXR, F1100 LXR, F800 Sno Pro, F1100 Sno Pro/Limited/50th, XF800 LXR, XF1100 LXR, XF800 Sno Pro High Country, XF1100 Limited/50th, M800, M1100, M800 Sno Pro, M1100 Sno Pro/Limited/50th, and M800 HCR. These snowmobiles were sold at Arctic Cat dealerships nationwide from May 2011 through September 2011 for approximately $10,500 to $13,000.

The headlamp fuse on these snowmobiles can fail, which disorients the operator during periods of limited visibility and poses a crash hazard. Arctic Cat discovered this condition during production testing of these models. There have been no reports of headlamp failures or injuries.

Recalled snowmobiles can be identified by the last six numerals of the Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) in the ranges 105092 through 112175 or 800001 through 800033. The model name is located on each side of the hood, and the VIN is located on the right side tunnel. Consumers should immediately stop using these snowmobiles and contact their local Arctic Cat snowmobile dealer to schedule a free repair. Arctic Cat has notified owners directly by mail. For additional information, consumers can call Arctic Cat at (800) 279-6851 between 8 a.m. and 5 p.m. CT Monday through Friday or visit www.arctic-cat.com.

The recalled product

Product
Arctic Cat Snowmobiles
Manufacturer
Arctic Cat Inc., of Thief River Falls, Minn.
Category
Vehicle — Snowmobile
Hazard
Affected units
7,100

Distribution

Distributed nationwide across the United States.

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