CPSC recall 11-709, announced November 19, 2010, covers BRP US Ski-Doo® Snowmobiles (about 1,000 units). 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. The notice cites 3 incident reports. Consumers should stop using these vehicles immediately and contact any Ski-Doo dealer to schedule an appointment for a free repair. Recall contact: call (888) 638-5397, or go to www.ski-doo.com.
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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 Ski-Doo® model names listed below. Model names are located on the side panel. Model Year Name Color 2005 Expedition TUV 600 H.O. SDI Black or Seashore 2007 Skandic SWT V-800 Yellow 2008 Skandic SUV 600 HO SDI Black 2008 Skandic SWT V-800 Yellow and Black 2009 Skandic SWT V-800 Yellow and Black 2010 Skandic SWT V-800 Yellow and Black
Confirm these details on the official CPSC noticeWhy it was recalled
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 and injuries
The firm has received three reports of explosions, one involving minor burns to face and hands.
Official remedy
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.
Product and sales details
- Brand
- BRP US
- Product type
- Off-road recreational vehicles
- Recall number
- 11-709
- Units
- About 1,000
- Manufactured in
- Finland
- Sold at / sales period
- Ski-Doo dealers nationwide from March 2004 through March 2010 for between $9,000 and $10,000.
- Importer
- BRP US Inc., of Sturtevant, Wisconsin
Ski-Doo® Snowmobiles
CPSC product type: Snowmobiles
Recall contact information
For more 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 website at www.ski-doo.com
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