Product Recall Number: 23-765
Why was Arctic Cat 8000 Series Snowmobiles recalled?
The fuel rail dampener snap ring can become loose and leak fuel, posing a fire hazard.
Product Recall Number: 23-765
Product Safety Warning Number:
Date: 2023-06-08
Product Safety Warning Date:
Name Of Product: Arctic Cat 8000 Series Snowmobiles
Description: This recall involves Textron Specialized Vehicles Arctic Cat 8000 Series Snowmobiles. The snowmobiles were sold in various colors and have “ARCTIC CAT” and the model number printed on each side of the engine cowling. The Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) is located on the front right-hand frame tube beside the right-hand shock.
Hazard Description: The fuel rail dampener snap ring can become loose and leak fuel, posing a fire hazard.
Consumer Action: None Listed
Original Product Safety Warning Announcement: None Listed
Remedy Type: Repair
Units: About 8,350 (In addition, about 4,630 were sold in Canada)
Incidents: The firm has received nine reports of fuel leaks and one reported fire. No injuries have been reported.
Remedy: Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled snowmobiles and contact Textron Specialized Vehicles to arrange for a free inspection and free repair. Textron Specialized Vehicles is contacting all purchasers directly.
Sold At: Arctic Cat dealers nationwide from January 2019 through April 2023 for between $15,100 and $18,900.
Importers: None Listed
Manufacturers: Textron Specialized Vehicles, of Augusta, Georgia
Distributors: None Listed
Manufactured In: United States
Custom Label: None Listed
Custom Field: None Listed