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LIMITED/50TH

Is LIMITED/50TH recalled? Yes. Model number LIMITED/50TH is listed in 2 CPSC recalls: 12-716 (Arctic Cat Snowmobiles, January 31, 2012) and 12-708 (Arctic Cat Snowmobiles, December 15, 2011).

Compare every letter, number, space, and suffix on your product label. A similar-looking model may not be included in a recall — the official CPSC notice is always the final authority.

Recall 12-716, published January 31, 2012

Arctic Cat Snowmobiles

What to check on the product label

Compare the model on your label, then check any serial numbers, date codes, and exclusions in the notice. A model match alone does not confirm that your unit is included.

Affected model numbers

LIMITED/50TH
Additional identifying details

Check the product label for these CPSC-listed model numbers: F800, F1100, PRO/LIMITED/50TH, XF800, XF1100, XF100, LIMITED/50TH, M800, M1100.

Which products are included?

The recall involves the 2012 model year of the F, XF, and M model snowmobiles. Model Model Name/Number F F800 LXR, F1100 LXR, F800 Sno Pro, F1100 Turbos, F1100 Sno Pro/Limited/50th XF XF800 LXR, XF1100 LXR, XF800 Sno Pro High Country, XF1100 Turbos, XF100 Limited/50th M M800, M1100, M800 Sno Pro, M1100 Sno Pro/Limited/50th, M800 HCR, M1100 Turbos The model name is located on each side of the hood. The snowmobiles were sold in a variety of these color combinations: black, white and orange, black and orange, black and green and white and green.

Confirm these details on the official CPSC notice

Why it was recalled

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

Official 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.

Remedy type: Repair

Recall published
January 31, 2012
Units
About 19,000 (This recall was first announced in December 2011)
Sold at / sales period
Arctic Cat dealerships nationwide from May 2011 through December 2011 for between $10,500 and $14,500.

Other model numbers in this recall

Recall 12-708, published December 15, 2011

Arctic Cat Snowmobiles

What to check on the product label

Compare the model on your label, then check any serial numbers, date codes, and exclusions in the notice. A model match alone does not confirm that your unit is included.

Affected model numbers

LIMITED/50TH
Additional identifying details

Check the product label for these CPSC-listed model numbers: F800, F1100, PRO/LIMITED/50TH, XF800, XF1100, LIMITED/50TH, M800, M1100.

Which products are included?

The recall involves the following 2012 F, XF, and M model snowmobiles: Model Model Name/Number F F800 LXR, F1100 LXR, F800 Sno Pro, F1100 Sno Pro/Limited/50th XF XF800 LXR, XF1100 LXR, XF800 Sno Pro High Country, XF1100 Limited/50th M M800, M1100, M800 Sno Pro, M1100 Sno Pro/Limited/50th, M800 HCR Recalled snowmobiles can be identified by the last six numerals of the Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) in the following ranges: 105092 through 112175 or 800001 through 800033. The model name is located on each side of the hood. The VIN is located on the right side tunnel. The snowmobiles come in a variety of color combinations: Black, White and Orange, Black and Orange, and Black and Green.

Confirm these details on the official CPSC notice

Why it was recalled

The headlamp fuse can fail, disorienting the operator during periods of limited visibility and posing a crash hazard.

Official remedy

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 of these snowmobiles directly by mail.

Remedy type: Repair

Recall published
December 15, 2011
Units
About 7,100
Sold at / sales period
Arctic Cat dealerships nationwide from May 2011 through September 2011 for approximately $10,500 to $13,000.

Other model numbers in this recall

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