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Product Recall Number: 12-716

Why was Arctic Cat Snowmobiles recalled?

he lower steering tie-rod attachment can loosen and cause loss of steering control, posing a crash hazard.

Arctic Cat Snowmobiles
Here's product recall specific data for Arctic Cat Snowmobiles.

  • Product Recall Number: 12-716

  • Product Safety Warning Number:

  • Date: 2012-01-30

  • Product Safety Warning Date:

  • Name Of Product: Arctic Cat Snowmobiles

  • Description: The recall involves the 2012 model year of the F, XF, and M model snowmobiles. The lower steering tie-rod attachment can loosen and cause loss of steering control.

  • Hazard Description: he lower steering tie-rod attachment can loosen and cause loss of steering control, posing a crash hazard.

  • Consumer Action: None Listed

  • Original Product Safety Warning Announcement: None Listed

  • Remedy Type: Repair

  • Units: About 19,000 (This recall was first announced in December 2011)

  • Incidents: Arctic Cat has received four reports of incidents, including one complete loss of steering control. No injuries have been reported.

  • Remedy: Consumers should immediately stop using these snowmobiles and contact their local Arctic Cat snowmobile dealer to schedule a free inspection and repair. Arctic Cat has notified owners of these snowmobiles directly by mail.

  • Sold At: Arctic Cat dealerships nationwide from May 2011 through December 2011 for between $10,500 and $14,500.

  • Importers: None Listed

  • Manufacturers: None Listed

  • Distributors: None Listed

  • Manufactured In: United States

  • Custom Label: None Listed

  • Custom Field: None Listed