Severity
Moderate
ModerateActive
CPSC recall · Reported August 31, 2023
Bombardier Recreational Products (BRP) Recalls Ski-Doo and Lynx Snowmobiles Due to Fire Hazard (Recall Alert)
The main injector fuel return hose can leak, posing a fire hazard. This can also result in serious property damage, injuries or even death.
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Bombardier Recreational Products Inc., of Canada recalled This recall involves all model year 2023 Ski-Doo Freeride and Summit model snowmobiles eq… - a moderate-severity action.
Bombardier Recreational Products (BRP) Recalls Ski-Doo and Lynx Snowmobiles Due to Fire H… was recalled by Bombardier Recreational Products Inc., of Canada in August 31, 2023. Reason: The main injector fuel return hose can leak, posing a fire hazard. This can also result in serious property d…. Remedy: Consumers should immediately stop using the snowmobiles and contact BRP to schedule a fre…. Verify recall #23786 with the CPSC before acting.
The recall
Bombardier Recreational Products Inc., of Canada issued this moderate-severity CPSC recall-The main injector fuel return hose can leak, posing a fire hazard. This can also result in serious property d….
- Moderate
- severity level
- August 31, 2023
- reported
Sourced from official CPSC enforcement records. Verify recall #23786 with the agency before acting. Full product description, hazard, remedy, and related recalls are below.
Recall Insight
This CPSC action (record #23786) was formally reported on August 31, 2023. It is classified under Moderate severity, with a current status of Active. Bombardier Recreational Products Inc., of Canada is listed as the recalling firm. Federal records list the affected scope as About 4,070 (In addition, about 3,100 were sold in Canada).
The documented reason for this recall is: The main injector fuel return hose can leak, posing a fire hazard. This can also result in serious property damage, injuries or even death. 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: Consumers should immediately stop using the snowmobiles and contact BRP to schedule a free inspection and repair by replacing the fuel return hose. BRP is contacting all purchasers directly. - 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.
Vehicles recalls over time
Where this recall sits in its category - 7,642 vehicles recalls on record
Of 101,704 recalls in the database, 24,878 are high severity, 72,426 moderate, and 4,400 low. This recall is classified moderate severity.
Counts reflect market size and reporting activity, not inherent danger, we do not rank products by risk from raw recall volume.
Affected scope
About 4,070 (In addition, about 3,100 were sold in Canada)
Related Recalls
6
6 from same agency
Product description
This recall involves all model year 2023 Ski-Doo Freeride and Summit model snowmobiles equipped with an 850E-TEC Turbo R Engine and all Lynx Shredder model snowmobiles equipped with an 850 E-TEC Turbo R Engine. The vehicles were sold in a variety of colors. "Ski-Doo" is printed on a decal on the right-hand side of the snowmobiles. A vehicle decal is printed on the side of the snowmobiles that includes the model name. Only snowmobiles with the following years and model numbers are included in the recall: Model Year Model Name 2023 Ski-Doo Freeride 850 E-TEC Turbo R 2022 Ski-Doo Summit 850 E-TEC Turbo R 2023 Lynx Shredder 850 E-TEC Turbo R
Reason for recall
The main injector fuel return hose can leak, posing a fire hazard. This can also result in serious property damage, injuries or even death.
Remedy, what to do
Consumers should immediately stop using the snowmobiles and contact BRP to schedule a free inspection and repair by replacing the fuel return hose. BRP is contacting all purchasers directly.
Recall Profile
| Attribute | Value |
|---|---|
| Agency | U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission |
| Severity class | Moderate |
| Status | Active |
| Recall number | 23786 |
| Date reported | August 31, 2023 |
| Date initiated | August 31, 2023 |
| Recalling firm | Bombardier Recreational Products Inc., of Canada |
| Affected scope | About 4,070 (In addition, about 3,100 were sold in Canada) |
| 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 snowmobiles and contact BRP to schedule a free inspection and repair by replacing the…
- Check the recall number (23786) 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.
Frequently Asked Questions
What product was recalled? ▼
This recall involves all model year 2023 Ski-Doo Freeride and Summit model snowmobiles equipped with an 850E-TEC Turbo R Engine and all Lynx Shredder model snowmobiles equipped with an 850 E-TEC Turbo R Engine. The vehicles were sold in a variety of colors. "Ski-Doo" is printed on a decal on the right-hand side of the snowmobiles. A vehicle decal is printed on the side of the snowmobiles that includes the model name. Only snowmobiles with the following years and model numbers are included in the recall: Model Year Model Name 2023 Ski-Doo Freeride 850 E-TEC Turbo R 2022 Ski-Doo Summit 850 E-TEC Turbo R 2023 Lynx Shredder 850 E-TEC Turbo R. Recalled by Bombardier Recreational Products Inc., of Canada. Units affected: About 4,070 (In addition, about 3,100 were sold in Canada).
Why was this product recalled? ▼
The main injector fuel return hose can leak, posing a fire hazard. This can also result in serious property damage, injuries or even death.
What should consumers do? ▼
Consumers should immediately stop using the snowmobiles and contact BRP to schedule a free inspection and repair by replacing the fuel return hose. BRP is contacting all purchasers directly.
Which agency issued this recall? ▼
This recall was issued by the CPSC on August 31, 2023. Severity: Moderate. Recall number: 23786.
How do I check if my product is affected by a recall? ▼
Check the product description and recall number (23786) against your product. Visit the official CPSC website for the most current information. You can also use our Recall Checker tool to search by product name or brand.
How do I report an injury from a recalled product? ▼
Report injuries to the issuing agency: CPSC at SaferProducts.gov, NHTSA at nhtsa.gov/report-a-safety-problem, or FDA via MedWatch. Document the product (photos, model/serial numbers, purchase receipts) and seek medical attention. Injury reports help agencies track hazard patterns and may strengthen enforcement actions.
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Every figure on PlainRecalls is rendered directly from official FDA, CPSC and NHTSA recall records, no number is typed in by an editor. This recall: CPSC, reported August 31, 2023. Severity classes follow each agency's own taxonomy (FDA Class I/II/III; CPSC and NHTSA by hazard type), and related-recall context is computed across the full archive. See our editorial standards & corrections policy, the methodology behind these numbers, or report a data error. Data current as of July 2026.