CPSC recall 17-726, announced January 12, 2017, covers BRP U.S. Side-by-side off-road vehicles (about 780 units). The vehicles can unexpectedly roll away when in the "park" or "P" position, posing an injury hazard to users. The notice cites 6 incident reports. Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled vehicles and contact a BRP dealer to schedule a free repair. Recall contact: call 888-272-9222, or go to www.can-am.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.
The model name and vehicle identification number (VIN) are printed on a label under the glove box.
Which products are included?
This recall involves model year 2016 Can-Am Defender, Defender DPS, and Defender XT model side-by-side off-road vehicles. The vehicles were sold in various colors and have four tires, two seats and a cargo box on the back. "Can-am" is printed on the side of the cargo box and the model name is printed on the side of the front of the vehicle beside the headlight. The model name and vehicle identification number (VIN) are printed on a label under the glove box. Contact BRP or a BRP dealer to verify VINs included in the recall.
Confirm these details on the official CPSC noticeWhy it was recalled
The vehicles can unexpectedly roll away when in the "park" or "P" position, posing an injury hazard to users.
Incidents and injuries
The firm has received six reports of the vehicles moving when in the "park" or "P" position. No injuries have been reported.
Official remedy
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled vehicles and contact a BRP dealer to schedule a free repair. BRP is contacting all known purchasers directly.
Product and sales details
- Brand
- BRP U.S.
- Product type
- Off-road recreational vehicles
- Recall number
- 17-726
- Units
- About 780
- Manufactured in
- Mexico
- Sold at / sales period
- Can-Am dealers nationwide from October 2015 through December 2016 for between $10,000 and $15,700.
- Importer
- BRP U.S. Inc., of Sturtevant, Wis.
Recall contact information
BRP toll-free at 888-272-9222 from 8 a.m. to 8 p.m. ET any day or online at www.can-am.brp.com and click on the Off-Road website and then the "Owners" tab at the top of the page and then "Safety" and then "View Notices" for more information.
Verify phone numbers, hours, and websites on the current CPSC notice before contacting the firm.
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