Textron Specialized Vehicles Recalls Arctic Cat 8000 Snowmobiles Due to Fire Hazard (Recall Alert)
CPSC recall 23765 · announced June 8, 2023 · Textron Specialized Vehicles · 8,350 units affected
The product
This recall involves Textron Specialized Vehicles Arctic Cat 8000 Series Snowmobiles. The snowmobiles were sold in various colors and have "ARCTIC CAT" and the model number printed on each side of the engine cowling. The Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) is located on the front right-hand frame tube beside the right-hand shock.
The hazard
The fuel rail dampener snap ring can become loose and leak fuel, posing a fire hazard.
What to do (per CPSC)
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled snowmobiles and contact Textron Specialized Vehicles to arrange for a free inspection and free repair. Textron Specialized Vehicles is contacting all purchasers directly. Remedy type: Repair
Notes
Incidents (per CPSC): The firm has received nine reports of fuel leaks and one reported fire. No injuries have been reported.
Sold at: Arctic Cat dealers nationwide from January 2019 through April 2023 for between $15,100 and $18,900.
Consumer contact: Textron Specialized Vehicles toll-free at 888-525-6040 from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. ET, Monday through Friday, email at jcook03@textron.com or online at https://arcticcat.txtsv.com/owners/recalls or https://arcticcat.txtsv.com/snow and click on "Recalls" at the bottom of the page.
Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission public recall data. This page reports official records and is not legal, medical, or repair advice.