CPSC Recall in 2024: Textron Specialized Vehicles Recalls Arctic Cat Model Year 2024 Catalyst Snowmobiles Due to Crash Hazard

Updated on March 25, 2026.

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Data Source: CPSC.

Recall Number: 24-228

Date: May 09, 2024

Product Name: Arctic Cat Model Year 2024 Catalyst 600 snowmobiles

Recall 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 Description:

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.

Consumer Action:

Remedy Type:

Repair

Units: About 2,670 (In addition, about 891 were sold in Canada)

Incidents:

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.

Sold At:

Arctic Cat Dealers nationwide from September 2023 through April 2024 for between $13,800 and $16,100.

Manufactured In:

United States