Ski-Doo® Snowmobiles
CPSC Recall #11-709 — November 18, 2010
Product
Ski-Doo® Snowmobiles
Description
This recall involves Ski-Doo® model names listed below. Model names are located on the side panel.Model YearNameColor2005Expedition TUV 600 H.O. SDIBlack or Seashore2007Skandic SWT V-800Yellow2008Skandic SUV 600 HO SDIBlack2008Skandic SWT V-800Yellow and Black2009Skandic SWT V-800Yellow and Black2010Skandic SWT V-800Yellow and Black
Hazard
Electrostatic changes can accumulate and spark in the fuel tank when the engine is left idling, posing an explosion hazard that could result in serious injuries or death.
Incidents / Injuries
The firm has received three reports of explosions, one involving minor burns to face and hands.
Remedy
Consumers should stop using these vehicles immediately and contact any Ski-Doo dealer to schedule an appointment for a free repair. Registered owners have been directly notified about this recall by mail. All models already repaired under previous recalls due to laceration hazard from projectiles, fire hazard, or explosion must be repaired again.
Units Affected
About 1,000
Sold At
Ski-Doo dealers nationwide from March 2004 through March 2010 for between $9,000 and $10,000.
Importer
BRP US Inc., of Sturtevant, Wisconsin
Manufactured In
Finland