CPSCFebruary 23, 2010

Arctic Cat Snowmobiles recall: Fire Hazard

Arctic Cat Recalls Snowmobiles Due to Fire Hazard

Why was Arctic Cat Snowmobiles recalled?

Fuel can leak from the fuel pump at the fuel tank mounting screws, posing a fire hazard to consumers.

What should I do if I have this product?

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. 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

What to do with a recalled product: refunds, receipts, safe disposal and how to report a problem.

Is my product affected?

Compare the item in your hand with every identifier below from the official CPSC record. Only products that match the listed product and identifiers are part of this recall.

Product
Arctic Cat Snowmobiles
Company
Arctic Cat Inc. of Thief River Falls, Minn.
Quantity
About 1,300
Sold at
Arctic Cat dealerships nationwide from October 2009 to February 2010 for between $7,800 and $8,200.
Recall date
February 23, 2010
Incidents / injuries
Arctic Cat has received two reports of fuel leakage at the fuel pump mounting screws. No injuries have been reported.
Agency
CPSC

Product description

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.

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