CPSC recall · Reported March 29, 2005
CPSC, Bombardier Recreational Products Inc. and BRP US Inc. Announce Recall of DS650 ATVs
The rear axle bearings may have not been sufficiently greased. This may cause a breaking of the bearing, which could make the ATV unstable. The operator could lose control of the …
Bombardier Recreational Products Inc., of Quebec, Canada recalled Model year 2004 and 2005 Bombardier DS650 ATVs under model numbers 0003A5A00, 0003A5B00, ….
CPSC, Bombardier Recreational Products Inc. and BRP US Inc. Announce Recall of DS650 ATVs was recalled by Bombardier Recreational Products Inc., of Quebec, Canada in March 29, 2005. Reason: The rear axle bearings may have not been sufficiently greased. This may cause a breaking of the bearing, whic…. Remedy: Free repair. Contact your Bombardier dealer to schedule an appointment to grease the rear…. Verify recall #05558 with the CPSC before acting.
The recall
Bombardier Recreational Products Inc., of Quebec, Canada issued this CPSC recall-The rear axle bearings may have not been sufficiently greased. This may cause a breaking of the bearing, whic….
- None
- agency class
- 2K units
- affected scope
- March 29, 2005
- reported
Sourced from official CPSC enforcement records. Verify recall #05558 with the agency before acting. Full product description, hazard, remedy, and related recalls are below.
Recall Insight
This recall's affected scope, documented in the Recall Profile below, stays within a single-region or limited-distribution footprint. Distribution information was not included in the agency filing, so consumers should assume broad potential exposure until the firm publishes point-of-sale details. Consumers holding this product should act on the agency's documented remedy above rather than relying on general guidance.
Within the same product category the archive holds 6 closely related recalls, 3 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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Product description
Model year 2004 and 2005 Bombardier DS650 ATVs under model numbers 0003A5A00, 0003A5B00, 0003B5A00, 0003B5B00, 000799700, 000799500, 000771900, and 000771700 are part of this recall. The ATV model number identification decal is located on the right side of the frame, in front of the engine.
Reason for recall
The rear axle bearings may have not been sufficiently greased. This may cause a breaking of the bearing, which could make the ATV unstable. The operator could lose control of the vehicle, which could cause injury to the operator.
Remedy, what to do
Free repair. Contact your Bombardier dealer to schedule an appointment to grease the rear axle bearings. Bombardier has notified consumers directly about this recall.
Recall Profile
| Attribute | Value |
|---|---|
| Agency | U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission |
| Severity class | Not classified by agency |
| Status | Active |
| Recall number | 05558 |
| Date reported | March 29, 2005 |
| Date initiated | March 29, 2005 |
| Recalling firm | Bombardier Recreational Products Inc., of Quebec, Canada |
| Affected scope | 2,127 |
| 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
Free repair. Contact your Bombardier dealer to schedule an appointment to grease the rear axle bearings. Bombardier has notified …
- Check the recall number (05558) 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.
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