CPSC recall · Reported September 26, 2008
Ski-Doo® Snowmobiles Recalled by BRP US Inc. Due to Drive Axle Failure; Riders Can Be Thrown From Snowmobile
Cracks can develop in the welded joints of the drive axle assembly of the snowmobile and can result in complete breakage. If this happens, the track of the vehicle can unexpectedl…
Bombardier Recreational Products Inc., of Valcourt, Canada recalled This recall involves Ski-Doo® Model Year 2008 and 2009 snowmobiles. Models included in th….
Ski-Doo® Snowmobiles Recalled by BRP US Inc. Due to Drive Axle Failure; Riders Can Be Thr… was recalled by Bombardier Recreational Products Inc., of Valcourt, Canada in September 26, 2008. Reason: Cracks can develop in the welded joints of the drive axle assembly of the snowmobile and can result in comple…. Remedy: Consumers should immediately stop using the vehicles and contact their local Ski-Doo® dea…. Verify recall #08610 with the CPSC before acting.
The recall
Bombardier Recreational Products Inc., of Valcourt, Canada issued this CPSC recall-Cracks can develop in the welded joints of the drive axle assembly of the snowmobile and can result in comple….
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- September 26, 2008
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Sourced from official CPSC enforcement records. Verify recall #08610 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
This recall involves Ski-Doo® Model Year 2008 and 2009 snowmobiles. Models included in the recall are listed below. Model numbers are printed on the side panels of the snowmobiles. Ski-Doo® Model Year 2008 MXZ X 800R PowerTEK MXZ X 600HO SDI MXZ Adrenaline 800R PowerTEK MXZ Adrenaline 600HO SDI MXZ TNT 500SS MXZ Trails 500SS GSX Limited Touring 600HO SDI GSX Limited 800R PowerTEK GSX Limited 600HO SDI GSX Sport 500SS MXZ Renegade X 800R PowerTEK MXZ Renegade X 600HO SDI MXZ Renegade 800R PowerTEK MXZ Renegade 600HO SDI Summit X 800R Power TEK Summit Everest 800R PowerTEK MXZ X 600RS Ski-Doo® Model Year 2009 MXZ TNT 600HO E-TEC
Reason for recall
Cracks can develop in the welded joints of the drive axle assembly of the snowmobile and can result in complete breakage. If this happens, the track of the vehicle can unexpectedly lock, causing riders to be ejected off the vehicle or lose control and collide with bystanders, a fixed object or other vehicles. This poses a risk of serious injury or death.
Remedy, what to do
Consumers should immediately stop using the vehicles and contact their local Ski-Doo® dealer to schedule an appointment for a free repair. Consumers with recalled snowmobiles are being sent direct notice from BRP.
Recall Profile
| Attribute | Value |
|---|---|
| Agency | U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission |
| Severity class | Not classified by agency |
| Status | Active |
| Recall number | 08610 |
| Date reported | September 26, 2008 |
| Date initiated | September 26, 2008 |
| Recalling firm | Bombardier Recreational Products Inc., of Valcourt, Canada |
| Affected scope | About 18,000 |
| 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 immediately stop using the vehicles and contact their local Ski-Doo® dealer to schedule an appointment for a fre…
- Check the recall number (08610) 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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