CPSC recall 14-743, announced August 14, 2014, covers Arctic Cat snowmobiles (about 3,260 units). Fuel can leak from the fuel line assembly, posing a fire hazard. The notice reports no incidents. Consumers should stop using the recalled snowmobiles immediately and contact an Arctic Cat 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 chassis near the rider's right foot rest.
Which products are included?
This recall involves model year 2014 Arctic Cat XF 7000 and ZR 7000 and model year 2015 XF 7000 and ZR 7000 snowmobiles. They were sold in a variety of green, black, orange and white color combinations. All XF and ZR 2014 models are included in this recall. Recalled 2015 model vehicles have the last six digits of the vehicle identification number (VIN) in the following ranges: 100920 through 100993 for the XF 7000 models and 100792 through 100919 for the ZR 7000. The fourth and fifth digits of the VIN, "14" or "15," correspond to the model year. The VIN appears on a sticker attached to the chassis near the rider's right foot rest. The model name appears on the front sides of the snowmobile.
Confirm these details on the official CPSC noticeWhy it was recalled
Fuel can leak from the fuel line assembly, posing a fire hazard.
Incidents and injuries
None reported
Official remedy
Consumers should stop using the recalled snowmobiles immediately and contact an Arctic Cat 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
- 14-743
- Units
- About 3,260
- Manufactured in
- United States
- Sold at / sales period
- Arctic Cat dealers nationwide from June 2013 to August 2014 for between $12,000 and $14,500.
Arctic Cat snowmobiles
CPSC product type: Snowmobiles
Recall contact information
Arctic Cat at (800) 279-6851 from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. CT Monday through Friday or online at www.arcticcat.com and click on Customer Care, then Product Recall and then List of Safety Bulletins for more information.
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