Ski-Doo® and Can-Am® heated gloves and Lithium-Ion Rechargeable Batteries.
CPSC Recall #14-115 — February 25, 2014
Product
Ski-Doo® and Can-Am® heated gloves and Lithium-Ion Rechargeable Batteries.
Description
The glove's lithium-ion rechargeable battery pack can overheat.
Hazard
The glove's lithium-ion rechargeable battery pack can overheat, posing a fire hazard.
Incidents / Injuries
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.
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.
Units Affected
About 450 in U.S. and 1,200 in Canada
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.
Manufactured In
China