BRP U.S. Inc. Recalls Youth All Terrain Vehicles Due to Collision Hazard

Recall Insight

This CPSC action (record #09701) was formally reported on October 1, 2008. It is classified under Moderate severity, with a current status of Active. Vietnam Precision Industrial Co., of Vietnam is listed as the recalling firm. Federal records list the affected scope as About 1,200.

The documented reason for this recall is: If the rider is ejected and the cord strap is pulled, the shutoff switch can fail to disable the engine. The ATV can operate uncontrolled, until the engine returns to idle, and cause a collision with bystanders, vehicle… 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: Parents should stop children from using these vehicles immediately and contact any Can-Am® dealer to schedule a free repair. Consumers are being sent a direct notice from BRP. - consumers holding this product should act on that instruction 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.