CPSC recall 09-713, announced December 16, 2008, covers Model Year 2009 Arctic Cat Mountain Cat and Crossfire Snowmobiles (about 10,000 units). The mounting hardware securing the fuel pump can allow fuel to leak, posing a fire hazard to consumers. The notice cites 4 incident reports. Consumers should immediately stop using the snowmobile and contact authorized Arctic Cat service dealers to schedule a free repair. Recall contact: call (800) 279-6851, or go to www.arcticcat.com.
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The CPSC data does not provide a discrete model-number list for this record. Compare the product description and identification details on the official notice.
Which products are included?
This recall involves all 2009 model Mountain Cat and Crossfire snowmobiles within the Vin number range of 103896 through 118441. The Vin number can be found stamped into the tunnel near the right-side footrest.
Confirm these details on the official CPSC noticeWhy it was recalled
The mounting hardware securing the fuel pump can allow fuel to leak, posing a fire hazard to consumers.
Incidents and injuries
Arctic Cat has received four reports of fuel leakage. There have been no reports of personal injury or property damage.
Official remedy
Consumers should immediately stop using the snowmobile and contact authorized Arctic Cat service dealers to schedule a free repair. All known users have been contacted.
Product and sales details
- Brand
- Arctic Cat
- Manufacturer
- Arctic Cat Inc., of Thief River Falls, Minn.
- Product type
- Off-road recreational vehicles
- Recall number
- 09-713
- Units
- About 10,000
- Manufactured in
- United States
- Sold at / sales period
- Authorized Arctic Cat dealers nationwide from June 2008 through November 2008 for between $7,500 and $13,100.
Model Year 2009 Arctic Cat Mountain Cat and Crossfire Snowmobiles
CPSC product type: Snowmobiles
Recall contact information
For more information, contact Arctic Cat at (800) 279-6851 between 8 a.m. and 5 p.m. CT Monday through Friday, or visit the firm's Web site at www.arcticcat.com
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