BRP Ski-Doo® Snowmobiles
CPSC Recall #10-740 — May 31, 2010
Product
BRP Ski-Doo® Snowmobiles
Description
This recall involves the Ski-Doo snowmobiles model year 2010 Expedition TUV 1200 and model year 2010 Expedition TUV SE 1200. The model year and name are displayed on each side of the snowmobile and on a decal on the right side of the snowmobile.
Hazard
Friction between the fuel hose and the electronic control unit can cause the fuel hose to wear and leak fuel, posing a fire hazard.
Incidents / Injuries
BRP has received six reports of fuel leaks, three of which resulted in vehicle fires. One of the incidents involved a rider suffering superficial burns.
Remedy
Consumers should stop using these snowmobiles immediately and contact their local Ski-Doo snowmobile dealer to schedule a free repair. Registered owners have been directly notified about this recall by mail.
Units Affected
About 37
Sold At
Ski-Doo dealerships nationwide from March 2009 through April 2010 for between $8,000 and $9,000.
Manufacturer
BRP Finland Oy, Finland
Importer
BRP US Inc., of Sturtevant, Wisconsin
Manufactured In
Finland