CPSC recall · Reported October 1, 2008
BRP U.S. Inc. Recalls Youth All Terrain Vehicles Due to Collision Hazard
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 ca…
Vietnam Precision Industrial Co., of Vietnam recalled The recall involves Model Year 2008-2009 Can-Am® DS 90 X ATVs. The model name can be loca….
BRP U.S. Inc. Recalls Youth All Terrain Vehicles Due to Collision Hazard was recalled by Vietnam Precision Industrial Co., of Vietnam in October 1, 2008. Reason: If the rider is ejected and the cord strap is pulled, the shutoff switch can fail to disable the engine. The …. Remedy: Parents should stop children from using these vehicles immediately and contact any Can-Am…. Verify recall #09701 with the CPSC before acting.
The recall
Vietnam Precision Industrial Co., of Vietnam issued this CPSC recall-If the rider is ejected and the cord strap is pulled, the shutoff switch can fail to disable the engine. The ….
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- October 1, 2008
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Sourced from official CPSC enforcement records. Verify recall #09701 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
The recall involves Model Year 2008-2009 Can-Am® DS 90 X ATVs. The model name can be located on the side panels. The ATV is black with yellow and orange trim.
Reason for recall
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, vehicles or other objects. This poses a serious risk of injury.
Remedy, what to do
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.
Recall Profile
| Attribute | Value |
|---|---|
| Agency | U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission |
| Severity class | Not classified by agency |
| Status | Active |
| Recall number | 09701 |
| Date reported | October 1, 2008 |
| Date initiated | October 1, 2008 |
| Recalling firm | Vietnam Precision Industrial Co., of Vietnam |
| Affected scope | About 1,200 |
| 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
Parents should stop children from using these vehicles immediately and contact any Can-Am® dealer to schedule a free repair. Cons…
- Check the recall number (09701) 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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