CPSC2021-05-13
BRP Recalls Snowmobiles Due to Fire Hazard (Recall Alert)
Bombardier Recreational Products Inc. of Canada
Hazard
The snowmobile's muffler can overheat and cause the upper right-hand vent grill to melt and drip plastic on the exhaust, posing a fire hazard.
Remedy
Consumers should stop using their recalled vehicles immediately and contact a Ski-Doo dealer for a free repair. BRP is contacting all known purchasers directly.
Sold at
Ski-Doo dealers nationwide from August 18, 2020 through March 18, 2021 for between $8,000 and $11,000.
Affected count
About 2,400 (In addition, about 3,000 were sold in Canada)
Injuries reported
BRP has received 10 reports of overheating mufflers, including three incidents that resulted in fires. No injuries have been reported.
Manufactured in
Canada
Remedy type
Repair
Products
Model Year 2021-2022 Ski-Doo snowmobiles
Consumer contact
BRP toll-free at 888-272-9222 from 8 a.m. to 8 p.m. ET Monday through Sunday, or online at www.ski-doo.com and click on "Owner Zone" and then "Safety Recalls" for more information.
Official notice
https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2021/BRP-Recalls-Snowmobiles-Due-to-Fire-Hazard-Recall-AlertDon't want to check this manually?
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