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Recalled Arctic Cat snowmobile
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.
5,193
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.
Recall Details
In cooperation with the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC), Arctic Cat Inc. of Thief River Falls, Minn.is voluntarily recalling about 5,193 Arctic Cat Snowmobiles.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.
Name of Product: Arctic Cat Snowmobiles
Units: 5,193
Manufacturer: Arctic Cat Inc., of Thief River Falls, Minn.
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.
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.
Sold at: Arctic Cat dealerships worldwide from June 2003 through September 2004 for between $5,500 and $8,500.
Manufactured In: The red plastic skis were made in Madison, South Dakota.
Remedy: Free repair at the local Arctic Cat snowmobile dealer. Registered owners have been notified about this recall by mail.
Consumer 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 or go to the firm's website at www.arctic-cat.com. Please have your snowmobile model name and number with you when you call.
Free repair at the local Arctic Cat snowmobile dealer. Registered owners have been notified about this recall by mail.
None reported
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The U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) is charged with protecting the public from unreasonable risk of injury or death associated with the use of thousands of types of consumer products. Deaths, injuries, and property damage from consumer product-related incidents cost the nation more than $1 trillion annually. CPSC's work to ensure the safety of consumer products has contributed to a decline in the rate of injuries associated with consumer products over the past 50 years.
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