The Recall Desk
HighCPSC·23765·Announced 2023-06-08

Arctic Cat 8000 Series Snowmobiles Recalled for Fire Hazard

Textron Specialized Vehicles is recalling about 8,350 Arctic Cat 8000 Series Snowmobiles because the fuel rail dampener snap ring can become loose, leak fuel, and create a fire hazard. Consumers should stop using the snowmobiles immediately and contact the manufacturer for a free inspection and repair.

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: One reported fire incident exists in the source text, constituting a risk-of-harm product where a fire hazard has been realized. Although no injuries have been reported, the fire report elevates this to High severity. This does not meet Critical or Severe thresholds because no deaths or serious injuries were reported.

Plain-English summary

This recall involves Arctic Cat 8000 Series Snowmobiles manufactured by Textron Specialized Vehicles of Augusta, Georgia. About 8,350 units were sold in the United States through Arctic Cat dealers nationwide from January 2019 through April 2023 at prices between $15,100 and $18,900.

The fuel rail dampener snap ring on these snowmobiles can become loose and leak fuel, posing a fire hazard. According to the manufacturer, nine reports of fuel leaks and one reported fire have been received. No injuries have been reported.

Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled snowmobiles and contact Textron Specialized Vehicles to arrange for a free inspection and free repair. The manufacturer is contacting all purchasers directly. Consumers can reach the company toll-free at 888-525-6040 from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. ET, Monday through Friday, or via email at [email protected]. Recall information is also available online at https://arcticcat.txtsv.com/owners/recalls or https://arcticcat.txtsv.com/snow by clicking "Recalls" at the bottom of the page.

The recalled product

Product
Arctic Cat 8000 Series Snowmobiles
Manufacturer
Textron Specialized Vehicles, of Augusta, Georgia
Category
Vehicle — Snowmobile
Hazard
  • fire
  • fuel-leak
Affected units
8,350

Distribution

Distributed nationwide across the United States.

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