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Arctic Cat Recalls Snowmobiles Due to Fire Hazard

Recalled October 28, 2009 · CPSC recall 10705 · Arctic Cat

Recalled Z1 Turbo SnowmobileRecalled TZ1 Turbo SnowmobileRecalled Z1 Turbo Sno Pro Snowmobile
Hazard
Oil can leak into the engine compartment, posing a fire hazard to consumers. In addition, the fuel tank can come into contact with the engine posing a possibility of wearing through and fuel leakage.
Remedy
Repair
Units
About 3,000
Incidents / injuries
Arctic Cat has received 33 reports of oil leaks including eight vehicle fires. There have been no reports of fuel leakage from the tank wearing against the engine. No injuries have been reported.

Description

The recall involves Model Year 2009 Arctic Cat Z1 Turbo, Z1 Turbo Sno Pro and TZ1 Turbo model snowmobiles. The model name and number are displayed on the side of vehicle and in the registration materials/owner's manual.

What to do

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

Product
Arctic Cat Snowmobiles
Manufacturer(s)
Arctic Cat Inc., of Thief River Falls, Minn.
Retailers
Arctic Cat dealerships nationwide from June 2008 through July 2009 for between $12,500 and $14,300.
Made in
United States

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