Artic Cat Mountain 600 Snowmobile

The pin located on the u-joint of the steering knuckle in the 2024 Arctic Cat Mountain 600 Snowmobiles was improperly swagged, creating a risk of the pin dislodging from the u-joint and potentially leading to loss of steering control for the rider, thus presenting a safety concern. To address this issue, affected units need to undergo a repair. This product recall was announced on July 25, 2024, and impacts approximately 600 units.

Description:

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.

Remedy:

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.

Incidents/Injuries:

The firm has received six reports of cross pins that have become loose or have fallen out. No injuries have been reported.

Sold At:

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

Manufacturer(s):

Textron Specialized Vehicles, of Augusta, Georgia

Manufactured In:

United States

Recall number:

24-317

Source and more images: CPSC