CPSC recall 13-712, announced December 19, 2012, covers Arctic Cat Snowmobiles (about 3,900 units). The fuel tank can leak, posing a fire hazard. The notice cites 3 incident reports. Consumers should stop using the snowmobiles immediately and contact their local Arctic Cat snowmobile dealer to schedule a free repair. Recall contact: call (800) 279-6851, or go to www.arcticcat.com.
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.
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.
The VIN appears on a sticker attached to the tunnel on the rider's right side and is also engraved in the same area.
Which products are included?
Read the full CPSC product description and restrictions
The recall involves model year 2013 wide-track versions of the Arctic Cat Bearcat series. The Bearcat 570 XT and 570 WT have seats for an operator and a passenger. The model name and the letters "XT" or "WT" are on each side of the hood and the number "570" is near the rear of the tunnel on each side. Both vehicles have blue hoods. The Bearcat Z1 XT has seats for an operator and a passenger. The model name and the letters "XT" are on each side of the hood and "Z1" is near the rear of the tunnel on each side. It has a blue hood. The Bearcat Z1 XT GS is a single-rider vehicle. The model name and the letters "GS" are on each side of the hood and "Z1" is near the rear of the tunnel on each side. It has an orange hood, a winch on the front and a light bar located behind the operator's seat. The Bearcat Z1 XT LTD has seats for an operator and a passenger. The model name, the letters "XT" and the word "Limited" are on each side of the hood and "Z1" is near the rear of the tunnel on each side. It has a black hood and tunnel. Recalled vehicles have the last six digits of the vehicle identification number (VIN) in the following ranges: 808110 through 808130 and 108866 through 120615. The VIN appears on a sticker attached to the tunnel on the rider's right side and is also engraved in the same area.
Why it was recalled
The fuel tank can leak, posing a fire hazard.
Incidents and injuries
Arctic Cat has received three reports of snowmobiles leaking fuel when set-up at dealerships due to damage during the production process. Arctic Cat has received no reports of fires, property damage or injuries related to the recalled vehicles.
Official remedy
Consumers should stop using the snowmobiles immediately and contact their local Arctic Cat snowmobile dealer to schedule a free repair. Arctic Cat is contacting its customers directly.
Product and sales details
- Brand
- Arctic Cat
- Manufacturer
- Arctic Cat Inc., of Thief River Falls, Minn.
- Product type
- Off-road recreational vehicles
- Recall number
- 13-712
- Units
- About 3,900
- Manufactured in
- United States
- Sold at / sales period
- Arctic Cat dealerships nationwide from May 2012 through October 2012 for between $9,000 and $13,500.
Arctic Cat Snowmobiles
CPSC product type: Snowmobiles
Recall contact information
Arctic Cat; at (800) 279-6851, from 8 a.m. and 5 p.m. CT Monday through Friday, at www.arcticcat.com, and click on Customer Service, then select "Recalls/Bulletins" for more information.
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