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Bombardier Recreational Products Recalls Snowmobiles Due to Crash Hazard

Recalled December 19, 2007 · CPSC recall 08527 · Bombardier Recreational Products

Hazard

A defect in the carburetor can prevent the throttle from freely returning to the idle position. This can result in an unexpected loss of control, leading to a collision, and cause serious injuries or death.

Remedy

Consumers should stop using these vehicles immediately and contact any Ski-Doo dealer to schedule a free repair. Consumers with recalled snowmobiles are being sent direct notices from Bombardier.

Units

About 480

Incidents / injuries

The firm has received three reports of snowmobiles with stuck throttles. No injuries reported.

Description

The recall involves Ski-Doo model year 2008 MXZ X 600 RS snowmobiles. The model name is located on the side panels. The snowmobiles were sold in yellow or black/slate.

What to do

Consumers should stop using these vehicles immediately and contact any Ski-Doo dealer to schedule a free repair. Consumers with recalled snowmobiles are being sent direct notices from Bombardier.

Contact

For more information, call Bombardier Recreational Products 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

Product

Ski-Doo® Model Year 2008 MXZ X 600 RS Snowmobiles

Manufacturer(s)

Bombardier Recreational Products Inc. (BRP), of Quebec, Canada

Retailers

Ski-Doo dealers nationwide during November 2007 for about $9,500.

Made in

Canada

Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission. Official recall notice on cpsc.gov →