CPSC, Arctic Cat Inc. Announce Recall of Certain 2004 Snowmobiles

Recalled September 16, 2004 · CPSC recall 04581 · Arctic Cat

Hazard

The red plastic skis used on certain 2004 Firecat and Sabercat snowmobiles could crack or break as a result of off-season exposure to ultraviolet sunlight. Ski failure could lead to loss of control, that could result in severe injury or death.

Remedy

Free repair at the local Arctic Cat snowmobile dealer. Registered owners have been notified about this recall by mail.

Units

5,193

Incidents / injuries

None reported.

Description

All 2004 Arctic Cat Firecat and Sabercat snowmobiles with red plastic skis are included in this recall. The recalled red plastic skis are part number 1703-500. The model name of the snowmobile is located on either side of the hood. Both the model name and number are in the operator's manual and registration materials.

What to do

Free repair at the local Arctic Cat snowmobile dealer. Registered owners have been notified about this recall by mail.

Contact

Stop using the recalled snowmobiles immediately. Call Arctic Cat toll-free at (800) 279-2281 between 8 a.m. and 5 p.m. CT Monday through Friday. Please have your snowmobile model name and number with you when you call.

Product

Arctic Cat Snowmobiles

Manufacturer(s)

Arctic Cat Inc., of Thief River Falls, Minn.

Retailers

Arctic Cat dealerships worldwide, from June 2003 through September 2004, for between $5,500 and $8,500.

Made in

United States

Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission. Official recall notice on cpsc.gov →