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BRP Recalls Can-Am Side-By-Side Vehicles Due to Loss of Steering Control Hazard

Name: BRP Recalls Can-Am Side-By-Side Vehicles Due to Loss of Steering Control Hazard
Brand: BRP Mexico S.A. de C.V., of Juarez, Chihuahua, Mexico
SKU: CPSC-13718
Availability: Discontinued
Rating: 1.0 (1 reviews)

Published: January 10, 2013Recall ID: 13718Category: generalCountry: US

Reason for Recall / Hazard

Improper assembly of the steering column to the rack and pinion can result in the loss of steering control, posing a risk of serious injury or death to the user, passenger or bystanders.

Product Description & Identification

This recall includes the following serial numbers of 2011 and 2012 Can-Am Commander side-by-side vehicles. The model name is printed on the vehicle's side panel. Models included in the recall are: Model Year 2011 Model Year 2012 Can-Am Commander 800 and 1000 Can-Am Commander 800 and 1000 Can-Am Commander XT 800R and 1000 Can-Am Commander XT 800 and 1000 Can-Am Commander X 1000 Can-Am Commander X 1000 Can-Am Commander Limited 1000

Affected Products

Can-Am® Commander side-by-side off-road vehicles

Additional Source Details

Field	Value
U R L	https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2013/BRP-Recalls-Can-Am-Side-By-Side-Vehicles-Due-to-Loss-of-Steering-Control-Hazard
Title	BRP Recalls Can-Am Side-By-Side Vehicles Due to Loss of Steering Control Hazard
Images › U R L	https://www.cpsc.gov/s3fs-public/PageFiles.138027.13718.jpg
Images › Caption	Can Am Commander
Hazards › Name	Improper assembly of the steering column to the rack and pinion can result in the loss of steering control, posing a risk of serious injury or death to the user, passenger or bystanders.
Injuries › Name	The firm has received three reports of loss of steering. No injuries have been reported.
Products › Name	Can-Am® Commander side-by-side off-road vehicles
Products › Type	Utility Vehicles
Products › Category I D	68355
Products › Number Of Units	About 3,400
Recall I D	1490
Remedies › Name	Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled vehicles and contact a BRP dealer to schedule a free repair. BRP has notified registered consumers directly about this recall.
Retailers › Name	Can-Am dealers nationwide from April 2011 through December 2012 for between $11,700 and $21,000.
Recall Date	2013-01-10T00:00:00
Description	This recall includes the following serial numbers of 2011 and 2012 Can-Am Commander side-by-side vehicles. The model name is printed on the vehicle's side panel. Models included in the recall are: Model Year 2011 Model Year 2012 Can-Am Commander 800 and 1000 Can-Am Commander 800 and 1000 Can-Am Commander XT 800R and 1000 Can-Am Commander XT 800 and 1000 Can-Am Commander X 1000 Can-Am Commander X 1000 Can-Am Commander Limited 1000
Recall Number	13718
Manufacturers › Name	BRP Mexico S.A. de C.V., of Juarez, Chihuahua, Mexico
Remedy Options › Option	Repair
Consumer Contact	BRP toll-free at (888) 638-5397from 8 a.m. to 6 p.m. ET Monday through Friday, or online at www.canamoffroad.com and click on "Recall Information" under the Owner Center for more information.
Last Publish Date	2015-01-26T00:00:00
Manufacturer Countries › Country	Mexico

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Overview

Recalling FirmBRP Mexico S.A. de C.V., of Juarez, Chihuahua, Mexico

Recall Hazard Severity

Caution (Class III)

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