CPSC recall 10-740, announced June 1, 2010, covers BRP Ski-Doo® Snowmobiles (about 37 units). Friction between the fuel hose and the electronic control unit can cause the fuel hose to wear and leak fuel, posing a fire hazard. The notice cites 6 incident reports. Consumers should stop using these snowmobiles immediately and contact their local Ski-Doo snowmobile dealer to schedule a free repair. Recall contact: call (800) 366-6992, or go to www.brp.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.
The CPSC data does not provide a discrete model-number list for this record. Compare the product description and identification details on the official notice.
Which products are included?
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.
Confirm these details on the official CPSC noticeWhy it was recalled
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 and 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.
Official 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.
Product and sales details
- Brand
- BRP Finland Oy, Finland
- Manufacturer
- BRP Finland Oy, Finland
- Product type
- Off-road recreational vehicles
- Recall number
- 10-740
- Units
- About 37
- Manufactured in
- Finland
- Sold at / sales period
- Ski-Doo dealerships nationwide from March 2009 through April 2010 for between $8,000 and $9,000.
- Importer
- BRP US Inc., of Sturtevant, Wisconsin
BRP Ski-Doo® Snowmobiles
CPSC product type: Snowmobiles
Recall contact information
For additional information, call BRP at (800) 366-6992 between 8 a.m. and 5 p.m. ET Monday through Friday or visit the firm's Web site at www.brp.com
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