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Vehicles/Motorcycles & ATVs

Arctic Cat Snowmobiles Recalled by Textron Specialized Vehicles Due to Injury Hazard (Recall Alert)

Agency Publication Date: August 2, 2018
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Summary

Arctic Cat is recalling about 255 Pantera snowmobiles from the 2018 and 2019 model years because the handgrips can break during operation. The recall affects 2018 models including the Pantera 3000s, 6000s, and 7000s, as well as specific 2019 Pantera 3000, 6000, and 7000 models. These vehicles were sold at Arctic Cat and Textron Off-Road dealers nationwide between July 2017 and May 2018. Consumers should immediately stop using these snowmobiles and contact a dealer for a free repair.

Risk

If the handgrip breaks while the snowmobile is in motion, the rider could lose control of the vehicle, leading to a crash and potential injury. No incidents or injuries have been reported to date.

What You Should Do

  1. Immediately stop using the recalled snowmobiles to prevent injury risk.
  2. Check the engine cowling (side cover) of your snowmobile for the words 'PANTERA', 'ARCTIC CAT', and the model number (3000, 6000, or 7000) to identify if your vehicle is a model year 2018 or 2019.
  3. For 2019 models, verify your Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) by checking the side of the tunnel near the right footrest area. Affected 2019 models fall within the VIN range 100529 through 100848.
  4. Contact an Arctic Cat or Textron Off-Road dealer to schedule a free repair. You can reach Arctic Cat at 800-279-6851 from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. CT Monday through Friday, or visit www.arcticcat.com and click on 'Product Recall' for more information.
  5. Call the CPSC Hotline at 800-638-2772 if you have additional questions regarding this recall.

Your Remedy Options

๐Ÿ”งFree Repair

Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled snowmobiles and contact Arctic Cat to schedule a free repair. Arctic Cat is contacting all known purchasers directly.

Contact: Arctic Cat at 800-279-6851 from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. CT Monday through Friday or online at www.arcticcat.com and click on Product Recall for more information.

Affected Products

Product: 2018 Arctic Cat Pantera 3000s
Model:
Pantera 3000s
Date Ranges: July 2017 - May 2018
Product: 2018 Arctic Cat Pantera 6000s
Model:
Pantera 6000s
Date Ranges: July 2017 - May 2018
Product: 2018 Arctic Cat Pantera 7000s
Model:
Pantera 7000s
Date Ranges: July 2017 - May 2018
Product: 2019 Arctic Cat Pantera 3000
Model:
Pantera 3000
Lot Numbers:
VIN range 100529 through 100848
Date Ranges: July 2017 - May 2018
Product: 2019 Arctic Cat Pantera 6000
Model:
Pantera 6000
Lot Numbers:
VIN range 100529 through 100848
Date Ranges: July 2017 - May 2018
Product: 2019 Arctic Cat Pantera 7000
Model:
Pantera 7000
Lot Numbers:
VIN range 100529 through 100848
Date Ranges: July 2017 - May 2018

Product Images

2019 PANTERA 6000

2019 PANTERA 6000

2018 PANTERA 7000

2018 PANTERA 7000

Additional Information

Agency: Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC)
Recall ID: 18756
Status: Active
Manufacturer: Arctic Cat Inc., of Thief River Falls, Minn., a subsidiary of Textron Specialized Vehicles, of Augusta, Ga.
Sold By: Arctic Cat and Textron Off-Road dealers nationwide from July 2017 through May 2018 for between $10,500 and $15,500.
Manufactured In: United States
Units Affected: About 255
Distributed To: Nationwide
Contact: Arctic Cat at 800-279-6851 from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. CT Monday through Friday or online at www.arcticcat.com and click on Product Recall for more information.
Agency Last Updated: August 2, 2018

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AI-Enhanced Content: The summary, action steps, and risk assessment on this page were generated by AI from official government recall data to improve readability. This is not legal or medical advice. Always refer to the official agency sources below for authoritative information.

Sources: CPSC Notice ยท Raw API Response