2024 Arctic Cat Mountain 600 Snowmobiles recalled over injury risk

Recall date

July 25, 2024

Source

U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC)

Official notice title

Textron Specialized Vehicles Recalls 2024 Arctic Cat Mountain 600 Snowmobiles Due to Crash Hazard

Recall number

24317

Brand / firm

Textron Specialized Vehicles, of Augusta, Georgia

Sold / distributed

Arctic Cat dealers nationwide from September 2023 through June 2024 for between $14,500 and $16,100.

Why it was recalled

The pin on the u-joint of the steering knuckle was not swagged correctly, which can allow the pin to come out of the u-joint and cause the rider to lose steering control, posing a crash hazard.

What was recalled

This recall involves 2024 Arctic Cat Mountain 600 Snowmobiles, sold in various colors. The model name is depicted as an "M" in the shape of a mountain and is printed on the side panels of the snowmobiles. The 10th digit of the VIN is "R". The VIN number is stamped on the tunnel section or the decal on the top/rear of the tunnel.

What to do

Consumers should immediately stop using the 2024 Arctic Cat Mountain 600 Snowmobile, and contact their local authorized Arctic Cat dealer for a free inspection of the steering column u-joint and free repair, if needed. The steering post joint on the Snowmobile will be inspected. If the pin is properly swagged, there is no repair needed. If the steering post joint pin was not properly swagged, the entire steering post assembly will be replaced.. Follow the official notice for full instructions.