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CPSCCPSC · Consumer products·Recall number 06580

Arctic Cat Snowmobiles

Published September 19, 2006

Summary

CPSC records recall 06580, published September 19, 2006. Recalling firm: Arctic Cat Inc., of Thief River Falls, Minn.; Reported units: About 50,500.

What's the hazard

The steering shaft used on certain 2002, 2003, 2004, 2005 and 2006 Arctic Cat snowmobiles can fail at the steering shaft/steering arm attachment. This could cause a loss of steering control of the vehicle, and result in injury or death.

What to do

Consumers should stop using the recalled snowmobiles immediately. Registered owners have been notified about this recall by mail. If consumers are unsure if their snowmobile is affected, they should call Arctic Cat. Consumers should have available the model name and model number of the snowmobile when they call. The model name and model number are displayed on the registration materials you received when you purchased your snowmobile, and on your operator's manual. Consumers with a recalled snowmobile should contact their local Arctic Cat snowmobile dealer to schedule the free repair.

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Recall details

Brand
Arctic Cat Inc., of Thief River Falls, Minn.
Manufacturer
Arctic Cat Inc., of Thief River Falls, Minn.
Distributor
Arctic Cat dealerships worldwide from May 2001 through April 2006 for between $6,500 and $9,000.
Country
US

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Questions about this recall

Was Arctic Cat Snowmobiles recalled?

Yes. CPSC published recall 06580 on September 19, 2006. Reported hazard: The steering shaft used on certain 2002, 2003, 2004, 2005 and 2006 Arctic Cat snowmobiles can fail at the steering shaft/steering arm attachment. This could cause a loss of steering control of the vehicle, and result in injury or death.

What should I do if I have this product?

Consumers should stop using the recalled snowmobiles immediately. Registered owners have been notified about this recall by mail. If consumers are unsure if their snowmobile is affected, they should call Arctic Cat. Consumers should have available the model name and model number of the snowmobile when they call. The model name and model number are displayed on the registration materials you received when you purchased your snowmobile, and on your operator's manual. Consumers with a recalled snowmobile should contact their local Arctic Cat snowmobile dealer to schedule the free repair.

How do I know if my unit is part of the recall?

Compare your product details with the notice. Brand: Arctic Cat Inc., of Thief River Falls, Minn..

View official CPSC notice(opens on cpsc.gov)