Arctic Cat 8000 and 9000 Series Snowmobiles
CPSC Recall #24-223 — May 2, 2024
Product
Arctic Cat 8000 and 9000 Series Snowmobiles
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.
Incidents / 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.
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.
Units Affected
About 16,200
Sold At
Arctic Cat dealerships nationwide from September 2016 through January 2024 for between $8,000 and $22,000.
Manufacturer
Arctic Cat, of Thief River Falls, Minnesota
Manufactured In
United States