CPSC Recall in 2011: Arctic Cat Recalls Snowmobiles Due to Crash Hazard

Updated on January 18, 2026.

See the recall details below. You can also see similar information for other consumer product recalls in 2011.

Data Source: CPSC.

Recall Number: 12-708

Date: December 14, 2011

Product Name: Arctic Cat Snowmobiles

Recall Description:

The headlamp fuse on recalled 2012 F, XF and M model snowmobiles can fail, disorienting the operator during periods of limited visibility.

Hazard Description:

The headlamp fuse can fail, disorienting the operator during periods of limited visibility and posing a crash hazard.

Consumer Action:

Remedy Type:

Repair

Units: About 7,100

Incidents:

Arctic Cat discovered this condition during production testing of these models. There have been no reports of headlamp failures or injuries.

Sold At:

Arctic Cat dealerships nationwide from May 2011 through September 2011 for approximately $10,500 to $13,000.

Manufactured In:

United States