Arctic Cat 8000 and 9000 Series Snowmobiles Recall

Published by Reclia Safety Desk | July 23, 2026

Recall Information Record – Reclia Database

Recall Summary
On May 2, 2024, Arctic Cat, of Thief River Falls, Minnesota, initiated a recall of certain snowmobiles due to a laceration hazard. The recall involves all model year 2017-2021 Arctic Cat 8000 and 9000 series snowmobiles, and certain model year 2022 Arctic Cat 8000 series snowmobiles with last 8 digits of the VIN between: NT808000 and NT808150 and between NT100101 and NT101060. The recalled snowmobiles were produced in a variety of color combinations. “Arctic Cat” is printed on the sides of the vehicle and on the back snow-flap area. The recall number is 24223. The recall was published on May 2, 2024.

Affected Products
The recalled products are Arctic Cat 8000 and 9000 Series Snowmobiles. Approximately 16,200 units are affected. The snowmobiles were sold at Arctic Cat dealerships nationwide from September 2016 through January 2024 for between $8,000 and $22,000. Recalled models include trail models (ZR LXR, ZR Sno Pro, ZR LTD, ZR RR, ZR El Tigre, Thundercat); crossover models (XF Cross Country, XF Crosstrek, XF Crosstour, RIOT); mountain models (M King Cat, M SE, M Sno Pro, M Alpha, M Mountain Cat, M Hardcore, XF High Country, XF High Country LTD, and Riot X); and sport utility models (Norseman, and Norseman X). The Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) is stamped into the tunnel near the right-side footrest and on a decal beneath the seat. Consumers should check whether their vehicle is subject to the recall by locating the VIN on the right side of the snowmobile tunnel near the right footrest. The VIN is needed to identify recalled snowmobiles.

Hazard Information
The recalled snowmobile’s drive clutch can break, allowing fragments to escape the snowmobile shielding, posing a laceration hazard. Arctic Cat has received more than 200 reports of clutch failures, including six where clutch fragments hit consumers. Four of those included reports of minor foot and toe injuries.

Consumer Action Required
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled snowmobiles. Consumers should contact Arctic Cat to schedule for a free installation of an additional clutch guard and inspection of the primary clutch. If the primary clutch is cracked, Arctic Cat will replace it free of charge. Consumers should check whether their vehicle is subject to the recall by locating the VIN on the right side of the snowmobile tunnel near the right footrest. The VIN is needed to identify recalled snowmobiles.

Official Remedy
The official remedy is a repair. Consumers will receive a free installation of an additional clutch guard and inspection of the primary clutch. If the primary clutch is cracked, Arctic Cat will replace it free of charge.

Contact Information
Consumers may contact Arctic Cat at 800-279-2281 from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. CT Monday through Friday, by email at arcticcatwarranty@textron.com, or online at https://arcticcat.txtsv.com/owners/recalls or https://arcticcat.txtsv.com/ and click on Recalls at the bottom of the page for more information regarding eligibility. Additional information is available from Transport Canada at the recall URL: https://recalls-rappels.canada.ca/en/alert-recall/transport-canada-recall-2023663-textron.

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