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Product recall · CPSCApril 28, 2010Serious
BRP Snowmobiles
The notice says to stop using it — see below for what to do.
What’s wrong
The drive pulley bolts on the snowmobiles can break due to oil contamination during the assembly process. This can cause debris to come off the vehicle and act as projectiles, posing a laceration hazard to riders or bystanders.
The Recall Registry rates this serious — Risk of severe physical injury.
What it looks like
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What to do
Consumers should stop using these snowmobiles immediately and contact their local Ski-Doo snowmobile dealer to schedule a free repair. All known owners of the recalled snowmobiles have been directly notified about this recall by mail.
Who to contact: For additional information, call BRP at (800) 366-6992 between 8 a.m. and 5 p.m. ET Monday through Friday or visit the firm's Web site at www.brp.com
The product
The recall involves Ski-Doo model year 2009-2010 SKANDIC SWT V-800 and model year 2010 GSX 1200, GTX 1200, MXZ 1200, and Renegade 1200 Snowmobiles. The model name and number are displayed on the engine compartment and the serial number is on the right side of the vehicle below the seat on the frame.
Details
- Units affected
- About 1,500 (This recall was first announced in May 2008 and reannounced in June 2008)
- Recall date
- April 28, 2010
- Brand
- Bombardier Recreational Products Inc., of Quebec, Canada, BRP Finland Oy, of Finland
- Injuries reported
- Yes
- What has been reported
- BRP has received three reports of projectiles flying off of the snowmobiles, including one report of a minor foot injury.
Ski-Doo dealerships nationwide from July 2008 through February 2010 for between $8,000 and $9,000.
The official notice
This recall was issued by the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission. The Recall Registry summarises it — always confirm the details at the source.
Their exact wording: “BRP Recalls Snowmobiles Due to Laceration Hazard from Projectiles”
Worried about the other things in your house? You can write down what you have and be told if one is recalled — or, if you sell second-hand, check your whole stock at once.
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