Arctic Cat Model Year 2024 Catalyst 600 snowmobiles
CPSC Recall #24-228 — May 9, 2024
Product
Arctic Cat Model Year 2024 Catalyst 600 snowmobiles
Description
This recall involves Arctic Cat model year 2024 Catalyst 600 snowmobiles with model names ZR, Riot, and Mountain, sold in various colors. The model names are printed on the side panels of the snowmobiles. The 10th letter of the VIN will be an “R”. The VIN number is stamped on the tunnel section or the decal on the top/rear of the tunnel.
Hazard
The steering caps, which are used to hold the handlebar in place, can crack and cause the handlebars to become unstable, posing a crash hazard.
Incidents / Injuries
The firm has received 95 reports of incidents from dealers during initial snowmobile setups of steering caps cracking while being torqued. No injuries have been reported.
Remedy
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled Arctic Cat 2024 Catalyst 600 snowmobiles, and contact the local authorized Arctic Cat dealer to schedule a free repair of the steering caps.
Units Affected
About 2,670 (In addition, about 891 were sold in Canada)
Sold At
Arctic Cat Dealers nationwide from September 2023 through April 2024 for between $13,800 and $16,100.
Manufacturer
Textron Specialized Vehicles, of Augusta, Georgia
Manufactured In
United States