CPSC2014-02-25
BRP Recalls Ski-Doo and Can-Am Lithium-ion Rechargeable Batteries and Heated Gloves Due to Fire Hazard
Bombardier Recreational Products U.S. Inc., Sturtevant, Wis.
Hazard
The glove's lithium-ion rechargeable battery pack can overheat, posing a fire hazard.
Remedy
Consumers should immediately disconnect all battery packs from the electrical connections and remove the battery. Avoid charging the battery packs and contact an authorized dealership or BRP directly for a full refund. Customers can keep the gloves. A full reimbursement of the paid price up to $199.99 plus taxes will be offered for a returned charger and the 2 battery packs. A full reimbursement of the paid price up to $49.99 plus taxes will be offered for the return of additional 2 battery packs.
Sold at
BRP authorized dealerships nationwide and on BRP's website from August 2013 through February 2014 for about $50 for the replacement battery packs, and $200 for the gloves/batteries.
Affected count
About 450 in U.S. and 1,200 in Canada
Injuries reported
BRP has received three reports of batteries overheating while charging, two in Canada and one in United States. In two reports, there were minor property damages. No injuries were reported.
Manufactured in
China
Remedy type
Refund
Products
Ski-Doo® and Can-Am® heated gloves and Lithium-Ion Rechargeable Batteries.
Consumer contact
Bombardier Recreational Products (BRP) toll-free at (888) 638-5397 from 9:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. ET Monday through Thursday and 10:30 a.m. to 5 p.m. ET on Friday, or online at www.ski-doo.com and select Owner Center, then click Safety Recall for more information.
Official notice
https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2014/BRP-Recalls-Ski-Doo-and-Can-Am-Lithium-ion-Rechargeable-Batteries-and-Heated-GlovesDon't want to check this manually?
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