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Recalls / 2019-04-18

Arctic Cat Recalls Snowmobiles Due to Fire Hazard (Recall-Alert)

19740 · Recalled 2019-04-18 · CPSC page

2019 M8000 Alpha I 165”
2019 M8000 Alpha I 165”

Description

This recall involves all Model Year 2018 and 2019 Arctic Cat snowmobile models M8000, XF8000, ZR8000, and Norseman X8000. The vehicles were produced in a variety of color combinations and track lengths. The vehicles all have 8000 on each side of the front hood/side panel area and ARCTIC CAT on the rear snow-flap. The vehicle identification number (VIN) is stamped on the right side of the snowmobile tunnel near the right foot rest.

Hazards

While operating the snowmobile the exhaust can flame from the muffler outlet, posing a fire hazard.

Reported injuries

Arctic Cat has received 70 reports of melting plastic around the exhaust outlet area and four reports of the plastic catching fire. No injuries have been reported.

Remedy

Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled snowmobiles and contact Arctic Cat to schedule a free repair. Arctic Cat is contacting all known purchasers directly.

Products

NameModelUnits
Arctic Cat snowmobilesAbout 9,000 (In addition about 5,500 were sold in Canada)

Parties

Manufacturer
Arctic Cat Inc.
Made in
United States
Sold at
Arctic Cat dealers nationwide, 800, $18, 000

Consumer contact

Arctic Cat at 800-279-6851 from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. CT Monday through Friday or online at https://arcticcat.txtsv.com/ and click on “Recall Information” located at the bottom of the page for more information.

More images

2018 M8000 MC 153”
2018 M8000 MC 153”
2019 Norseman X8000
2019 Norseman X8000
2018 XF 8000 High Country 141”
2018 XF 8000 High Country 141”
2019 XF 8000 High Country 141”
2019 XF 8000 High Country 141”
2019 ZR 8000 LTD 137”
2019 ZR 8000 LTD 137”
2018 ZR 8000 RR 137”
2018 ZR 8000 RR 137”

Source: CPSC recall 19740. Inclusion in this database is not legal or medical advice.