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CPSC recall · Reported January 5, 2006

CPSC, Bombardier Recreational Products Inc. Announce Recall of 2006 Snowmobiles

The steering columns on these snowmobiles could have a missing weld, which could allow a steering component to become loose. This could lead to a loss of control or possible colli…

Recall #
06521
Affected scope
About 10,400
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Bombardier Recreational Products Inc., of Valcourt, Quebec recalled The recall involves certain Ski-Doo Model Year 2006 snowmobiles. The platforms involved a… - a moderate-severity action.

CPSC, Bombardier Recreational Products Inc. Announce Recall of 2006 Snowmobiles was recalled by Bombardier Recreational Products Inc., of Valcourt, Quebec in January 5, 2006. Reason: The steering columns on these snowmobiles could have a missing weld, which could allow a steering component t…. Remedy: Registered owners of affected models have been sent direct notice of this recall. Consume…. Verify recall #06521 with the CPSC before acting.

The recall

Bombardier Recreational Products Inc., of Valcourt, Quebec issued this moderate-severity CPSC recall-The steering columns on these snowmobiles could have a missing weld, which could allow a steering component t….

Moderate
severity level
January 5, 2006
reported

Sourced from official CPSC enforcement records. Verify recall #06521 with the agency before acting. Full product description, hazard, remedy, and related recalls are below.

Recall Insight

This CPSC action (record #06521) was formally reported on January 5, 2006. It is classified under Moderate severity, with a current status of Active. Bombardier Recreational Products Inc., of Valcourt, Quebec is listed as the recalling firm. Federal records list the affected scope as About 10,400.

The documented reason for this recall is: The steering columns on these snowmobiles could have a missing weld, which could allow a steering component to become loose. This could lead to a loss of control or possible collision, causing serious injury or even dea… 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: Registered owners of affected models have been sent direct notice of this recall. Consumers should stop using these snowmobiles immediately and contact a local Ski-Doo dealer to schedule an appointme… - consumers holding this product should act on that instruction rather than relying on general guidance.

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Severity

Moderate

Affected scope

About 10,400

Related Recalls

6

6 from same agency

Product description

The recall involves certain Ski-Doo Model Year 2006 snowmobiles. The platforms involved are the REV, RT, and RF. For a complete list of model numbers and serial numbers affected by this recall please log onto www.ski-doo.com Check the owner's manual for the location of the model number and serial number. Most are located on the tunnel. Year Model Package Model Number 2006 MX Z Adrenaline 000BD6A00 000BD6B00 000BD6C00 000BD6D00 000BD6E00 000BD6F00 000BE6A00 000BE6B00 000BE6C00 000BE6D00 000BE6E00 000BE6F00 000BF6A00 000BF6B00 000BF6C00 000BF6D00 000BL6A00 000BL6B00 000BL6C00 000BL6D00 000BL6E00 000BL6F00 2006 MX Z Trail 000BH6A00 000BH6B00 000BH6C00 2006 MX Z Fan 000BP6A00 000BR6A00 000BR6B00 2006 MX Z Renegade 000BU6A00 000BU6B00 000BU6C00 000BU6D00 000BX6A00 000BX6B00 000BX6C00 000BX6D00 2006 Summit Highmark 000CD6A00 000CD6B00 000CE6A00 000CE6B00 000CE6C00 2006 Summit Adrenaline 000CJ6A00 000CJ6B00 000CJ6C00 000CK6A00 000CK6B00 000CL6A00 000CL6B00 000CL6C00 2006 Summit Fan 000CM6A00 000CM6B00 2006 GSX Ltd 000DA6A00 000DA6B00 000DD6A00 000DD6B00 2006 GSX Sport 000DC6A00 000DC6B00 000DE6A00 000DE6B00 2006 GSX Fan 000DF6A00 000DG6A00 2006 GTX Ltd 000EA6A00 000EA6C00 000EH6A00 2006 GTX Sport 000ED6A00 000ED6B00 000ED6C00 000EJ6A00 000EJ6B00 000EJ6C00 2006 GTX Fan 000EL6A00 000EL6B00 000EL6C00 000EM6A00 000EM6B00 000EM6C00 2006 Expedition Sport 000EN6A00 000EN6B00 2006 Skandic Tundra 000GA6A00 000GA6B00 000GA6C00 2006 Freestyle Freestyle 000GB6A00 000GB6B00 000GB6D00 000GB6E00 000GB6F00

Reason for recall

The steering columns on these snowmobiles could have a missing weld, which could allow a steering component to become loose. This could lead to a loss of control or possible collision, causing serious injury or even death.

Remedy, what to do

Registered owners of affected models have been sent direct notice of this recall. Consumers should stop using these snowmobiles immediately and contact a local Ski-Doo dealer to schedule an appointment for repair service.

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 06521
Date reported January 5, 2006
Date initiated January 5, 2006
Recalling firm Bombardier Recreational Products Inc., of Valcourt, Quebec
Affected scope About 10,400
Distribution Not disclosed
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Profile values are sourced directly from the official CPSC enforcement record. Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission.

What to do with this recall

Registered owners of affected models have been sent direct notice of this recall. Consumers should stop using these snowmobiles i…

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Frequently Asked Questions

What product was recalled?
The recall involves certain Ski-Doo Model Year 2006 snowmobiles. The platforms involved are the REV, RT, and RF. For a complete list of model numbers and serial numbers affected by this recall please log onto www.ski-doo.com Check the owner's manual for the location of the model number and serial number. Most are located on the tunnel. Year Model Package Model Number 2006 MX Z Adrenaline 000BD6A00 000BD6B00 000BD6C00 000BD6D00 000BD6E00 000BD6F00 000BE6A00 000BE6B00 000BE6C00 000BE6D00 000BE6E00 000BE6F00 000BF6A00 000BF6B00 000BF6C00 000BF6D00 000BL6A00 000BL6B00 000BL6C00 000BL6D00 000BL6E00 000BL6F00 2006 MX Z Trail 000BH6A00 000BH6B00 000BH6C00 2006 MX Z Fan 000BP6A00 000BR6A00 000BR6B00 2006 MX Z Renegade 000BU6A00 000BU6B00 000BU6C00 000BU6D00 000BX6A00 000BX6B00 000BX6C00 000BX6D00 2006 Summit Highmark 000CD6A00 000CD6B00 000CE6A00 000CE6B00 000CE6C00 2006 Summit Adrenaline 000CJ6A00 000CJ6B00 000CJ6C00 000CK6A00 000CK6B00 000CL6A00 000CL6B00 000CL6C00 2006 Summit Fan 000CM6A00 000CM6B00 2006 GSX Ltd 000DA6A00 000DA6B00 000DD6A00 000DD6B00 2006 GSX Sport 000DC6A00 000DC6B00 000DE6A00 000DE6B00 2006 GSX Fan 000DF6A00 000DG6A00 2006 GTX Ltd 000EA6A00 000EA6C00 000EH6A00 2006 GTX Sport 000ED6A00 000ED6B00 000ED6C00 000EJ6A00 000EJ6B00 000EJ6C00 2006 GTX Fan 000EL6A00 000EL6B00 000EL6C00 000EM6A00 000EM6B00 000EM6C00 2006 Expedition Sport 000EN6A00 000EN6B00 2006 Skandic Tundra 000GA6A00 000GA6B00 000GA6C00 2006 Freestyle Freestyle 000GB6A00 000GB6B00 000GB6D00 000GB6E00 000GB6F00. Recalled by Bombardier Recreational Products Inc., of Valcourt, Quebec. Units affected: About 10,400.
Why was this product recalled?
The steering columns on these snowmobiles could have a missing weld, which could allow a steering component to become loose. This could lead to a loss of control or possible collision, causing serious injury or even death.
What should consumers do?
Registered owners of affected models have been sent direct notice of this recall. Consumers should stop using these snowmobiles immediately and contact a local Ski-Doo dealer to schedule an appointment for repair service.
Which agency issued this recall?
This recall was issued by the CPSC on January 5, 2006. Severity: Moderate. Recall number: 06521.
How do I check if my product is affected by a recall?
Check the product description and recall number (06521) 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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