Ski-Doo® Snowmobiles

CPSC Recall #11-709 - November 18, 2010

Recall Summary

Recall Number11-709
Recall DateNovember 18, 2010
Remedy TypeRepair
Units AffectedAbout 1,000
ImporterBRP US Inc., of Sturtevant, Wisconsin
Manufactured InFinland

Where It Was Sold

Ski-Doo dealers nationwide from March 2004 through March 2010 for between $9
000 and $10
000.

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 Instructions

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.

What Should You Do?

Stop using this product immediately. Contact the manufacturer for a Repair at no charge. If you experienced an injury, report it at SaferProducts.gov.

Frequently Asked Questions

Follow the consumer action instructions in the recall notice above. Most recalls require you to stop using the product and contact the manufacturer directly, either by calling the toll-free number listed in the official CPSC notice or by visiting the manufacturer's website. You generally do not need a receipt or original packaging to claim a remedy. The manufacturer is legally required to provide the remedy (Repair) at no cost to you.

No, you should stop using the product entirely, not just unplug it. Electric shock and fire hazards in recalled electrical products often involve internal wiring defects, faulty components, or insulation failures that can cause harm even after the product has been off for a period of time. Do not attempt to repair the product yourself. Keep it unplugged and stored safely until you receive the manufacturer's remedy. If the product has already shown signs of overheating, sparking, or discoloration, handle it carefully and consider contacting your local fire department for guidance on safe disposal.

In most cases, no. CPSC-coordinated recall remedies are designed to be accessible without proof of purchase. Manufacturers typically ask consumers to self-certify ownership and may ask for photos of the product or its serial number. Some manufacturers request that you mail in a portion of the product (such as a cut cord or removed component) as proof of disposal. Check the specific remedy instructions for this recall for exact requirements. If you registered your product at the time of purchase, the process is usually even simpler.

If the original manufacturer has gone out of business, the recall remedy may no longer be available through them. In this case, contact CPSC directly at 1-800-638-2772 or cpsc.gov for guidance. If the brand was acquired by another company, the acquiring company may have assumed recall obligations. In some cases where a remedy is unavailable, CPSC advises consumers to safely dispose of the product. If you were injured by the product of a defunct company, consult a product liability attorney, parent companies, distributors, and retailers may still bear liability in some circumstances.