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BRP Recalls Side-by-Side Off-Road Vehicles Due to Injury Hazard (Recall Alert)

Reported: January 12, 2017 Initiated: January 12, 2017 #17726

Product Description

This recall involves model year 2016 Can-Am Defender, Defender DPS, and Defender XT model side-by-side off-road vehicles. The vehicles were sold in various colors and have four tires, two seats and a cargo box on the back. "Can-am" is printed on the side of the cargo box and the model name is printed on the side of the front of the vehicle beside the headlight. The model name and vehicle identification number (VIN) are printed on a label under the glove box. Contact BRP or a BRP dealer to verify VINs included in the recall.

Reason for Recall

The vehicles can unexpectedly roll away when in the "park" or "P" position, posing an injury hazard to users.

Remedy

Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled vehicles and contact a BRP dealer to schedule a free repair. BRP is contacting all known purchasers directly.

Details

Units Affected
About 780
Official Source
https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2017/BRP-Recalls-Side-by-Side-Off-Road-Vehicles-1

Frequently Asked Questions

What product was recalled? ▼
This recall involves model year 2016 Can-Am Defender, Defender DPS, and Defender XT model side-by-side off-road vehicles. The vehicles were sold in various colors and have four tires, two seats and a cargo box on the back. "Can-am" is printed on the side of the cargo box and the model name is printed on the side of the front of the vehicle beside the headlight. The model name and vehicle identification number (VIN) are printed on a label under the glove box. Contact BRP or a BRP dealer to verify VINs included in the recall.. Units affected: About 780.
Why was this product recalled? ▼
The vehicles can unexpectedly roll away when in the "park" or "P" position, posing an injury hazard to users.
What should consumers do? ▼
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled vehicles and contact a BRP dealer to schedule a free repair. BRP is contacting all known purchasers directly.
Which agency issued this recall? ▼
This recall was issued by the CPSC on January 12, 2017. Severity: Moderate. Recall number: 17726.

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