CPSC2008-09-26
Ski-Doo® Snowmobiles Recalled by BRP US Inc. Due to Drive Axle Failure; Riders Can Be Thrown From Snowmobile
Bombardier Recreational Products Inc., of Valcourt, Canada
Hazard
Cracks can develop in the welded joints of the drive axle assembly of the snowmobile and can result in complete breakage. If this happens, the track of the vehicle can unexpectedly lock, causing riders to be ejected off the vehicle or lose control and collide with bystanders, a fixed object or other vehicles. This poses a risk of serious injury or death.
Remedy
Consumers should immediately stop using the vehicles and contact their local Ski-Doo® dealer to schedule an appointment for a free repair. Consumers with recalled snowmobiles are being sent direct notice from BRP.
Sold at
Ski-Doo® dealers nationwide from June 2007 through September 2008 for between $7,000 and $12,500.
Affected count
About 18,000
Injuries reported
BRP has received 20 reports of locked tracks, including one report of a broken femur and reports of minor injuries, such as bruises.
Manufactured in
Canada
Products
Ski-Doo® Snowmobiles
Consumer contact
For additional information, contact 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/2008/Ski-Doo-Snowmobiles-Recalled-by-BRP-US-Inc-Due-to-Drive-Axle-Failure-Riders-Can-Be-Thrown-From-SnowmobileDon't want to check this manually?
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