CPSC recall · Reported December 19, 2007
Bombardier Recreational Products Recalls Snowmobiles Due to Crash Hazard
A defect in the carburetor can prevent the throttle from freely returning to the idle position. This can result in an unexpected loss of control, leading to a collision, and cause…
Bombardier Recreational Products Inc. (Brp), of Quebec, Canada recalled The recall involves Ski-Doo model year 2008 MXZ X 600 RS snowmobiles. The model name is l….
Bombardier Recreational Products Recalls Snowmobiles Due to Crash Hazard was recalled by Bombardier Recreational Products Inc. (Brp), of Quebec, Canada in December 19, 2007. Reason: A defect in the carburetor can prevent the throttle from freely returning to the idle position. This can resu…. Remedy: Consumers should stop using these vehicles immediately and contact any Ski-Doo dealer to …. Verify recall #08527 with the CPSC before acting.
The recall
Bombardier Recreational Products Inc. (Brp), of Quebec, Canada issued this CPSC recall-A defect in the carburetor can prevent the throttle from freely returning to the idle position. This can resu….
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- agency class
- December 19, 2007
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Sourced from official CPSC enforcement records. Verify recall #08527 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.
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Product description
The recall involves Ski-Doo model year 2008 MXZ X 600 RS snowmobiles. The model name is located on the side panels. The snowmobiles were sold in yellow or black/slate.
Reason for recall
A defect in the carburetor can prevent the throttle from freely returning to the idle position. This can result in an unexpected loss of control, leading to a collision, and cause serious injuries or death.
Remedy, what to do
Consumers should stop using these vehicles immediately and contact any Ski-Doo dealer to schedule a free repair. Consumers with recalled snowmobiles are being sent direct notices from Bombardier.
Recall Profile
| Attribute | Value |
|---|---|
| Agency | U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission |
| Severity class | Not classified by agency |
| Status | Active |
| Recall number | 08527 |
| Date reported | December 19, 2007 |
| Date initiated | December 19, 2007 |
| Recalling firm | Bombardier Recreational Products Inc. (Brp), of Quebec, Canada |
| Affected scope | About 480 |
| 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 should stop using these vehicles immediately and contact any Ski-Doo dealer to schedule a free repair. Consumers with r…
- Check the recall number (08527) 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
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