Arctic Cat Recalls Snowmobiles Due to Fire Hazard
CPSC recall 10721 · announced February 23, 2010 · Arctic Cat Inc. Of Thief River Falls, Minn · 1,300 units affected
The product
The recall involves all Model Year 2010 Arctic Cat 500 Sno Pro models. The model name and number are displayed on the side of the seat and on the engine cowling.
The hazard
Fuel can leak from the fuel pump at the fuel tank mounting screws, posing a fire hazard to consumers.
What to do (per CPSC)
Consumers should stop using these snowmobiles immediately and contact their local Arctic Cat snowmobile dealer to schedule a free repair. Registered owners have been directly notified about this recall by mail.
Notes
Incidents (per CPSC): Arctic Cat has received two reports of fuel leakage at the fuel pump mounting screws. No injuries have been reported.
Sold at: Arctic Cat dealerships nationwide from October 2009 to February 2010 for between $7,800 and $8,200.
Consumer contact: For additional information, call 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.arctic-cat.com
Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission public recall data. This page reports official records and is not legal, medical, or repair advice.