CPSC2010-11-19
BRP Recalls Snowmobiles Due to Explosion Hazard
BRP US Inc., of Sturtevant, Wisconsin
Hazard
Electrostatic changes can accumulate and spark in the fuel tank when the engine is left idling, posing an explosion hazard that could result in serious injuries or death.
Remedy
Consumers should stop using these vehicles immediately and contact any Ski-Doo dealer to schedule an appointment for a free repair. Registered owners have been directly notified about this recall by mail. All models already repaired under previous recalls due to laceration hazard from projectiles, fire hazard, or explosion must be repaired again.
Sold at
Ski-Doo dealers nationwide from March 2004 through March 2010 for between $9,000 and $10,000.
Affected count
About 1,000
Injuries reported
The firm has received three reports of explosions, one involving minor burns to face and hands.
Manufactured in
Finland
Remedy type
Repair
Products
Ski-Doo® Snowmobiles
Consumer contact
For more 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 website at www.ski-doo.com
Official notice
https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2011/BRP-Recalls-Snowmobiles-Due-to-Explosion-HazardDon't want to check this manually?
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