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Arctic Cat Recalls Snowmobiles For Possible Drive Clutch Failures

The snowmobile drive clutch can fracture and fragments can escape the snowmobile shielding, posing an impact hazard.

The snowmobile drive clutch can fracture and fragments can escape the snowmobile shielding, posing an impact hazard.

About 2,700 model year 2017 Arctic Cat 9000 Turbo snowmobiles and model year 2018 Arctic Cat 6000, 7000, 8000, and 9000 snowmobiles are affected by the recall. The vehicle identification number (VIN) is stamped on the right side of the snowmobile tunnel near the right foot rest. The last six digits of the VIN are needed to identify recalled snowmobiles. Arctic Cat has received one report of a clutch failure and flying pieces. No injuries have been reported.

Model Year           Model                                    VIN#

2017                    Arctic Cat 9000 Turbo           All VINs

2018                    Arctic Cat 6000, 7000,          Within range of 100001 through 102133  
                            8000 and 9000                     or 808003 through 808241

Owners are warned to stop using the recalled snowmobiles and contact an Arctic Cat snowmobile dealer to schedule a free repair. Owners may also contact Arctic Cat directly at 800-279-6851 or online at www.arcticcat.com.

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