CPSC recall · Reported April 3, 2006
Bombardier Recreational Products Inc. Recalls Snowmobiles for Projectile Hazard
Cracks can appear in the starter ring gears, causing ring gear fragmentation at high speeds. The debris can act as a projectile, causing injury or death to riders or bystanders.
Bombardier Recreational Products Inc. (Brp), of Quebec, Canada recalled The recall involves all models and packages of the Model Years 2005 and 2006 Mach Z and a….
Bombardier Recreational Products Inc. Recalls Snowmobiles for Projectile Hazard was recalled by Bombardier Recreational Products Inc. (Brp), of Quebec, Canada in April 3, 2006. Reason: Cracks can appear in the starter ring gears, causing ring gear fragmentation at high speeds. The debris can a…. Remedy: Consumers with recalled snowmobiles are being sent direct notice from BRP. Consumers shou…. Verify recall #06542 with the CPSC before acting.
The recall
Bombardier Recreational Products Inc. (Brp), of Quebec, Canada issued this CPSC recall-Cracks can appear in the starter ring gears, causing ring gear fragmentation at high speeds. The debris can a….
- None
- agency class
- April 3, 2006
- reported
Sourced from official CPSC enforcement records. Verify recall #06542 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, 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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Product description
The recall involves all models and packages of the Model Years 2005 and 2006 Mach Z and all models and packages of the Model Year 2006 MX Z Renegade 1000 Ski-Doo® snowmobiles. The Mach Z model was available in black and the MXZ model was available in black or yellow. Model name is located on the side panels.
Reason for recall
Cracks can appear in the starter ring gears, causing ring gear fragmentation at high speeds. The debris can act as a projectile, causing injury or death to riders or bystanders.
Remedy, what to do
Consumers with recalled snowmobiles are being sent direct notice from BRP. Consumers should stop using these vehicles immediately and contact a local Ski-Doo dealer to schedule an appointment for a free repair.
Recall Profile
| Attribute | Value |
|---|---|
| Agency | U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission |
| Severity class | Not classified by agency |
| Status | Active |
| Recall number | 06542 |
| Date reported | April 3, 2006 |
| Date initiated | April 3, 2006 |
| Recalling firm | Bombardier Recreational Products Inc. (Brp), of Quebec, Canada |
| Affected scope | About 3,600 |
| 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
Consumers with recalled snowmobiles are being sent direct notice from BRP. Consumers should stop using these vehicles immediately…
- Check the recall number (06542) 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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