BRP U.S. Inc. · Recalled
BRP U.S. Inc. Recalls Snowmobiles Due to Fire Hazard
Friction between the fuel hose and the cylinder head cover can cause the hose to pierce. This can cause fuel to leak out, posing a fire hazard.
- Units
- About 430 (This recall was first announced in May 2008)
- Reports
- 5
- Injuries
- —
- Deaths
- 0
- Price
- $10,000
- Remedy
- See notice
Reports, injuries, deaths and price are read out of the notice’s wording by rules, so they can miss unusual phrasing. The official notice is the record.
Affected
The recall involves the following Ski-Doo® Models: Model Color 2007 and 2008 Expedition TUV V800 Deep Red/Black 2007 and 2008 Skandic SWT V-800 Yellow/Black The model names are located on the side panel.
The file
- Sold at
- Ski-Doo dealers nationwide from March 2006 through May 2008 for about $10,000.
- Product type
- Snowmobiles
- Made in
- Finland
- Recalled by
- BRP U.S. Inc., of Sturtevant, Wis.
Incident log
The firm has received two reports of fuel leakage and five additional reports of hose wear. No injuries or property damage have been reported.
What the notice says to do
Consumers should stop using these vehicles immediately and contact any Ski-Doo dealer to schedule a free repair. Consumers with recalled snowmobiles are being sent a direct notice from BRP.
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 Web site at www.ski-doo.com
Recall notice published by the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission. This site is independent: always confirm on the official notice before acting.
Notice first dated JUN 17 2008; last revised MAY 23 2014.
