BRP Ski-Doo snowmobiles
CPSC Recall #10-732 — April 27, 2010
Product
BRP Ski-Doo snowmobiles
Description
The recall involves Ski-Doo model year 2009-2010 SKANDIC SWT V-800 and model year 2010 GSX 1200, GTX 1200, MXZ 1200, and Renegade 1200 Snowmobiles. The model name and number are displayed on the engine compartment and the serial number is on the right side of the vehicle below the seat on the frame.
Hazard
The drive pulley bolts on the snowmobiles can break due to oil contamination during the assembly process. This can cause debris to come off the vehicle and act as projectiles, posing a laceration hazard to riders or bystanders.
Incidents / Injuries
BRP has received three reports of projectiles flying off of the snowmobiles, including one report of a minor foot injury.
Remedy
Consumers should stop using these snowmobiles immediately and contact their local Ski-Doo snowmobile dealer to schedule a free repair. All known owners of the recalled snowmobiles have been directly notified about this recall by mail.
Units Affected
About 1,500 (This recall was first announced in May 2008 and reannounced in June 2008)
Sold At
Ski-Doo dealerships nationwide from July
Manufacturer
Bombardier Recreational Products Inc., of Quebec, Canada and BRP Finland Oy, of Finland
Manufactured In
Canada and Finland