CPSC recall 08-610, announced September 26, 2008, covers Bombardier Recreational Products Ski-Doo® Snowmobiles (about 18,000 units). Cracks can develop in the welded joints of the drive axle assembly of the snowmobile and can result in complete breakage. The notice cites 20 incident reports. Consumers should immediately stop using the vehicles and contact their local Ski-Doo® dealer to schedule an appointment for a free repair. Recall contact: call (888) 638-5397, or go to www.ski-doo.com.
Compare the model on your label, then check any serial numbers, date codes, and exclusions in the notice. A model match alone does not confirm that your unit is included.
Check the product label for these CPSC-listed model numbers: 800R, 600HO, 500SS, 600RS.
Which products are included?
This recall involves Ski-Doo® Model Year 2008 and 2009 snowmobiles. Models included in the recall are listed below. Model numbers are printed on the side panels of the snowmobiles. Ski-Doo® Model Year 2008 MXZ X 800R PowerTEK MXZ X 600HO SDI MXZ Adrenaline 800R PowerTEK MXZ Adrenaline 600HO SDI MXZ TNT 500SS MXZ Trails 500SS GSX Limited Touring 600HO SDI GSX Limited 800R PowerTEK GSX Limited 600HO SDI GSX Sport 500SS MXZ Renegade X 800R PowerTEK MXZ Renegade X 600HO SDI MXZ Renegade 800R PowerTEK MXZ Renegade 600HO SDI Summit X 800R Power TEK Summit Everest 800R PowerTEK MXZ X 600RS Ski-Doo® Model Year 2009 MXZ TNT 600HO E-TEC
Confirm these details on the official CPSC noticeWhy it was recalled
Cracks can develop in the welded joints of the drive axle assembly of the snowmobile and can result in complete breakage. If this happens, the track of the vehicle can unexpectedly lock, causing riders to be ejected off the vehicle or lose control and collide with bystanders, a fixed object or other vehicles. This poses a risk of serious injury or death.
Incidents and injuries
BRP has received 20 reports of locked tracks, including one report of a broken femur and reports of minor injuries, such as bruises.
Official remedy
Consumers should immediately stop using the vehicles and contact their local Ski-Doo® dealer to schedule an appointment for a free repair. Consumers with recalled snowmobiles are being sent direct notice from BRP.
Product and sales details
- Manufacturer
- Bombardier Recreational Products Inc., of Valcourt, Canada
- Product type
- Off-road recreational vehicles
- Recall number
- 08-610
- Units
- About 18,000
- Manufactured in
- Canada
- Sold at / sales period
- Ski-Doo® dealers nationwide from June 2007 through September 2008 for between $7,000 and $12,500.
- Distributor
- BRP US Inc., of Sturtevant, Wisconsin
Ski-Doo® Snowmobiles
CPSC product type: Snowmobiles
Recall contact information
For additional information, contact BRP toll-free at (888) 638-5397 between 8 a.m. and 6 p.m. ET Monday through Friday, or visit the firm's Web site at www.ski-doo.com
Verify phone numbers, hours, and websites on the current CPSC notice before contacting the firm.
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