CPSC2006-04-03
Bombardier Recreational Products Inc. Recalls Snowmobiles for Projectile Hazard
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Hazard
Cracks can appear in the starter ring gears, causing ring gear fragmentation at high speeds. The debris can act as a projectile, causing injury or death to riders or bystanders.
Remedy
Consumers with recalled snowmobiles are being sent direct notice from BRP. Consumers should stop using these vehicles immediately and contact a local Ski-Doo dealer to schedule an appointment for a free repair.
Sold at
Ski-Doo dealers nationwide from September 2004 through March 2006 for between $9,300 and $11,600.
Affected count
About 3,600
Injuries reported
BRP has received six reported incidents of fragmentation. There have been three reported injuries, including a laceration to a rider's foot that required stitches and one rider, who suffered a fractured toe.
Manufactured in
Canada
Products
Ski-Doo® Model Year 2005 and 2006 Mach Z® and Model Year 2006 MX Z Renegade 1000 Snowmobiles
Consumer contact
For more information, consumers can call BRP toll-free at (888) 638-5397 between 8 a.m. and 6 p.m. ET Monday through Friday, or visit the firm's Web site at www.ski-doo.com
Official notice
https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2006/Bombardier-Recreational-Products-Inc-Recalls-Snowmobiles-for-Projectile-HazardDon't want to check this manually?
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