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CPSC recall · Reported October 1, 2004

CPSC, Bombardier Recreational Products Inc. Announce Recall of Snowmobiles

The throttle lever could become stuck, leading to loss of speed control and possible collision.

Recall #
05502
Affected scope
About 3,163
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Bombardier Inc. and Bombardier Recreational Products Inc. (Brp), Quebec, Canada recalled BRP snowmobiles come in black, blue, gray, white, yellow and autumn/black. Recalled model… - a moderate-severity action.

CPSC, Bombardier Recreational Products Inc. Announce Recall of Snowmobiles was recalled by Bombardier Inc. and Bombardier Recreational Products Inc. (Brp), Quebec, Canada in October 1, 2004. Reason: The throttle lever could become stuck, leading to loss of speed control and possible collision.. Remedy: Owners of affected units will be notified directly. Consumers should contact an authorize…. Verify recall #05502 with the CPSC before acting.

The recall

Bombardier Inc. and Bombardier Recreational Products Inc. (Brp), Quebec, Canada issued this moderate-severity CPSC recall-The throttle lever could become stuck, leading to loss of speed control and possible collision..

Moderate
severity level
October 1, 2004
reported

Sourced from official CPSC enforcement records. Verify recall #05502 with the agency before acting. Full product description, hazard, remedy, and related recalls are below.

Recall Insight

This CPSC action (record #05502) was formally reported on October 1, 2004. It is classified under Moderate severity, with a current status of Active. Bombardier Inc. and Bombardier Recreational Products Inc. (Brp), Quebec, Canada is listed as the recalling firm. Federal records list the affected scope as About 3,163.

The documented reason for this recall is: The throttle lever could become stuck, leading to loss of speed control and possible collision. Distribution information was not included in the agency filing, so consumers should assume broad potential exposure until the firm publishes point-of-sale details. The remedy documented by the agency is: Owners of affected units will be notified directly. Consumers should contact an authorized Ski-Doo dealer to schedule an appointment for repair, free of charge. - consumers holding this product should act on that instruction rather than relying on general guidance.

Within the same product category the archive holds 6 closely related recalls, 6 from CPSC - clustering in a narrow category often points to a systemic quality-control or supplier issue rather than a one-off defect. Always verify the recall number against the official agency record before acting.

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Where this recall sits in the database

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Severity

Moderate

Affected scope

About 3,163

Related Recalls

6

6 from same agency

Product description

BRP snowmobiles come in black, blue, gray, white, yellow and autumn/black. Recalled models are listed in this table: YEAR MODEL PACKAGE MODEL NUMBER 2005 REV MX Z™ Renegade BX5A/BX5B 2004 REV MX Z X 2862/2863/2864/2865/2866/2867/2868/ 2869/2870/2871/2872/2873 Adrenaline 2874/2875/2876/2877/2878/2879/2880/2881 Renegade™ X 2996/2997/2998/4012/4013/4014/4015/ 4016/4017/4018 GSX™ Limited 2897/2898 Limited 1+1 2899/2900 Sport 2903/2904 Sport 1 + 1 2905/2906 2004 ZX Legend™ 600 HO SDI SE 2932/2933 SE GT 2934/2935 Sport 2936/2937 Sport GT 2938/2939 Legend™ 800 HO SDI SE 2928/2929 SE GT 2930/2931 2003 ZX Grand Touring™ 800 SDI SE 2426/2428/2645/2646 Legend™ 800 SDI SE 2372/2374/2642/2643

Reason for recall

The throttle lever could become stuck, leading to loss of speed control and possible collision.

Remedy, what to do

Owners of affected units will be notified directly. Consumers should contact an authorized Ski-Doo dealer to schedule an appointment for repair, free of charge.

Recall Profile

Structured summary of the CPSC recall record
Attribute Value
Agency U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission
Severity class Moderate
Status Active
Recall number 05502
Date reported October 1, 2004
Date initiated October 1, 2004
Recalling firm Bombardier Inc. and Bombardier Recreational Products Inc. (Brp), Quebec, Canada
Affected scope About 3,163
Distribution Not disclosed
Official source CPSC notice →

Profile values are sourced directly from the official CPSC enforcement record. Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission.

What to do with this recall

Owners of affected units will be notified directly. Consumers should contact an authorized Ski-Doo dealer to schedule an appointm…

  • Check the recall number (05502) and product description against the item you own. Search the archive
  • Confirm the current status and remedy on the official CPSC notice before acting. CPSC notice
  • Follow the documented remedy (refund, replacement, repair, or disposal) rather than general advice. What to do next

This page summarizes the official CPSC record for research and awareness; it is not legal, medical, or safety advice. Verify with the issuing agency before acting.

Frequently Asked Questions

What product was recalled?
BRP snowmobiles come in black, blue, gray, white, yellow and autumn/black. Recalled models are listed in this table: YEAR MODEL PACKAGE MODEL NUMBER 2005 REV MX Z™ Renegade BX5A/BX5B 2004 REV MX Z X 2862/2863/2864/2865/2866/2867/2868/ 2869/2870/2871/2872/2873 Adrenaline 2874/2875/2876/2877/2878/2879/2880/2881 Renegade™ X 2996/2997/2998/4012/4013/4014/4015/ 4016/4017/4018 GSX™ Limited 2897/2898 Limited 1+1 2899/2900 Sport 2903/2904 Sport 1 + 1 2905/2906 2004 ZX Legend™ 600 HO SDI SE 2932/2933 SE GT 2934/2935 Sport 2936/2937 Sport GT 2938/2939 Legend™ 800 HO SDI SE 2928/2929 SE GT 2930/2931 2003 ZX Grand Touring™ 800 SDI SE 2426/2428/2645/2646 Legend™ 800 SDI SE 2372/2374/2642/2643. Recalled by Bombardier Inc. and Bombardier Recreational Products Inc. (Brp), Quebec, Canada. Units affected: About 3,163.
Why was this product recalled?
The throttle lever could become stuck, leading to loss of speed control and possible collision.
What should consumers do?
Owners of affected units will be notified directly. Consumers should contact an authorized Ski-Doo dealer to schedule an appointment for repair, free of charge.
Which agency issued this recall?
This recall was issued by the CPSC on October 1, 2004. Severity: Moderate. Recall number: 05502.
How do I check if my product is affected by a recall?
Check the product description and recall number (05502) against your product. Visit the official CPSC website for the most current information. You can also use our Recall Checker tool to search by product name or brand.
How do I report an injury from a recalled product?
Report injuries to the issuing agency: CPSC at SaferProducts.gov, NHTSA at nhtsa.gov/report-a-safety-problem, or FDA via MedWatch. Document the product (photos, model/serial numbers, purchase receipts) and seek medical attention. Injury reports help agencies track hazard patterns and may strengthen enforcement actions.

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