Ski-Doo® Snowmobiles Recalled by BRP US Inc. Due to Drive Axle Failure; Riders Can Be Thrown From Snowmobile
U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission recall (2008-09-26). Hazards: crash, injury. About 18,000 units in the US.
| Agency | U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission |
|---|---|
| Recall number | 08610 |
| Published | 2008-09-26 |
| Last updated | 2014-05-23 |
| Product category | Snowmobiles |
| Products | Ski-Doo® Snowmobiles |
| Firm named in the title | BRP US Inc. |
| Firms | Bombardier Recreational Products Inc., of Valcourt, Canada (manufacturer); BRP US Inc., of Sturtevant, Wisconsin (distributor) |
| Manufactured in | Canada |
| Units (US) | 18,000 |
| Hazard classes | crash, injury |
| Remedy classes | repair, stop use |
| Sold | Ski-Doo® dealers nationwide from June 2007 through September 2008 for between $7,000 and $12,500. |
Description
This recall involves Ski-Doo® Model Year 2008 and 2009 snowmobiles. Models included in the recall are listed below. Model numbers are printed on the side panels of the snowmobiles. Ski-Doo® Model Year 2008 MXZ X 800R PowerTEK MXZ X 600HO SDI MXZ Adrenaline 800R PowerTEK MXZ Adrenaline 600HO SDI MXZ TNT 500SS MXZ Trails 500SS GSX Limited Touring 600HO SDI GSX Limited 800R PowerTEK GSX Limited 600HO SDI GSX Sport 500SS MXZ Renegade X 800R PowerTEK MXZ Renegade X 600HO SDI MXZ Renegade 800R PowerTEK MXZ Renegade 600HO SDI Summit X 800R Power TEK Summit Everest 800R PowerTEK MXZ X 600RS Ski-Doo® Model Year 2009 MXZ TNT 600HO E-TEC
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.
Incidents and injuries
BRP has received 20 reports of locked tracks, including one report of a broken femur and reports of minor injuries, such as bruises.
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