CPSCGeneral Alert
BRP U.S. Inc. Recalls Snowmobiles Due to Explosion Hazard
Published: May 21, 2008Recall ID: 08574Category: generalCountry: US
Reason for Recall / Hazard
Under extreme cold and dry weather conditions, an explosion could occur because of sparking in the fuel tank, when it is partially filled with gasoline at a low vapor pressure and the engine is left idling. This could cause serious injuries or death.
Product Description & Identification
This recall involves Ski-Doo® model names listed below. Model names are located on the side panel. Model Year Name Color 2005 Expedition TUV 600 H.O. SDI Black or Seashore 2007 Skandic SWT V-800 Yellow 2008 Skandic SWT V-800 Yellow and Black 2008 Skandic SUV 600 H.O. SDI Yellow and Black
Affected Products
Ski-Doo Snowmobiles
Additional Source Details
| Field | Value |
|---|---|
| U R L | https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2008/BRP-US-Inc-Recalls-Snowmobiles-Due-to-Explosion-Hazard |
| Title | BRP U.S. Inc. Recalls Snowmobiles Due to Explosion Hazard |
| Images › 1 › U R L | https://www.cpsc.gov/~/link/ad3ffac7ba0444ffafa85d29dfd0e16e.jpg |
| Images › 1 › Caption | Recalled Snowmobile |
| Images › 2 › U R L | https://www.cpsc.gov/~/link/132015c3e1454e56b9741a2b93c78d0a.jpg |
| Images › 2 › Caption | Recalled Snowmobile |
| Images › 3 › U R L | https://www.cpsc.gov/~/link/9982cb0ad63547d3b5d7ff9f5da7c3c2.jpg |
| Images › 3 › Caption | Recalled Snowmobile |
| Images › 4 › U R L | https://www.cpsc.gov/~/link/e74a9ef3d4fb43b6af9376f10617072f.jpg |
| Images › 4 › Caption | Recalled Snowmobile |
| Hazards › Name | Under extreme cold and dry weather conditions, an explosion could occur because of sparking in the fuel tank, when it is partially filled with gasoline at a low vapor pressure and the engine is left idling. This could cause serious injuries or death. |
| Injuries › Name | The firm has received four reports of explosions, one involving burns to legs, fingers and face. |
| Products › Name | Ski-Doo Snowmobiles |
| Products › Type | Snowmobiles |
| Products › Category I D | 2138 |
| Products › Number Of Units | About 400 |
| Recall I D | 4596 |
| Remedies › Name | Consumers with recalled snowmobiles are being sent a direct notice from BRP. Consumers should stop using these vehicles immediately and contact any Ski-Doo dealer to schedule an appointment for a free repair. |
| Importers › Name | BRP U.S. Inc., of Sturtevant, Wis. |
| Retailers › Name | Ski-Doo dealers nationwide from March 2004 through March 2007 for between $9,000 and $10,000. |
| Recall Date | 2008-05-21T00:00:00 |
| Description | This recall involves Ski-Doo® model names listed below. Model names are located on the side panel. Model Year Name Color 2005 Expedition TUV 600 H.O. SDI Black or Seashore 2007 Skandic SWT V-800 Yellow 2008 Skandic SWT V-800 Yellow and Black 2008 Skandic SUV 600 H.O. SDI Yellow and Black |
| Recall Number | 08574 |
| Consumer Contact | For more information, contact BRP toll-free at (888) 638-5397 between 8 a.m. and 6 p.m. ET Monday through Friday, or visit the firm's Web site at www.ski-doo.com |
| Last Publish Date | 2014-05-23T00:00:00 |
| Manufacturer Countries › Country | Finland |