BRP Recalls Snowmobiles Due to Laceration Hazard from Projectiles
CPSC recall 10732 · announced April 28, 2010 · Bombardier Recreational Products · 1,500 units affected
The product
The recall involves Ski-Doo model year 2009-2010 SKANDIC SWT V-800 and model year 2010 GSX 1200, GTX 1200, MXZ 1200, and Renegade 1200 Snowmobiles. The model name and number are displayed on the engine compartment and the serial number is on the right side of the vehicle below the seat on the frame.
The hazard
The drive pulley bolts on the snowmobiles can break due to oil contamination during the assembly process. This can cause debris to come off the vehicle and act as projectiles, posing a laceration hazard to riders or bystanders.
What to do (per CPSC)
Consumers should stop using these snowmobiles immediately and contact their local Ski-Doo snowmobile dealer to schedule a free repair. All known owners of the recalled snowmobiles have been directly notified about this recall by mail.
Notes
Incidents (per CPSC): BRP has received three reports of projectiles flying off of the snowmobiles, including one report of a minor foot injury.
Sold at: Ski-Doo dealerships nationwide from July 2008 through February 2010 for between $8,000 and $9,000.
Consumer contact: For additional information, call BRP at (800) 366-6992 between 8 a.m. and 5 p.m. ET Monday through Friday or visit the firm's Web site at www.brp.com
Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission public recall data. This page reports official records and is not legal, medical, or repair advice.