Warning
Arctic Cat Recalls Snowmobiles Due to Laceration Hazard
Injuries have been reported. Consumers should stop using this product immediately.
Source: CPSC
WarningRecall #24223
Arctic Cat Recalls Snowmobiles Due to Laceration Hazard
Arctic Cat, of Thief River Falls, Minnesota · Arctic Cat 8000 and 9000 Series Snowmobiles
Product Description
This recall involves all model year 2017-2021 Arctic Cat 8000 and 9000 series snowmobiles, and certain model year 2022 Arctic Cat 8000 series snowmobiles with last 8 digits of the VIN between: NT808000 and NT808150 and between NT100101 and NT101060. The recalled snowmobiles were produced in a variety of color combinations. "Arctic Cat" is printed on the sides of the vehicle and on the back snow-flap area.
Hazard
The recalled snowmobile's drive clutch can break, allowing fragments to escape the snowmobile shielding, posing a laceration hazard.
Remedy
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled snowmobiles, and contact Arctic Cat to schedule for a free installation of an additional clutch guard and inspection of the primary clutch. If the primary clutch is cracked, Arctic Cat will replace it free of charge.
Repair
Reported Injuries
Arctic Cat has received more than 200 reports of clutch failures, including six where clutch fragments hit consumers. Four of those included reports of minor foot and toe injuries.
411 Press Analysis
Arctic Cat, of Thief River Falls, Minnesota has recalled Arctic Cat 8000 and 9000 Series Snowmobiles after injury reports prompted CPSC action on May 2, 2024. This recall affects about 16,200. The recalled snowmobile's drive clutch can break, allowing fragments to escape the snowmobile shielding, posing a laceration hazard. The manufacturer is advising consumers to stop using the product immediately. Affected consumers can schedule a free repair by contacting the company directly. The CPSC recommends inspecting the product for matching model numbers and contacting the manufacturer if uncertain about whether a specific unit is covered.
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