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CPSC, Bombardier Recreational Products Inc. Announce Recall of Ratchet Winch Kits, Sold as Accessory for Snowmobiles
Recalled July 6, 2004 · CPSC recall 04561 · Bombardier Recreational Products
Hazard
When the ratchet winch, or hook, is under tension, it can detach and be projected, posing a risk of serious injury or death to user or bystander.
Remedy
Return the ratchet winch kit to your Ski-Doo dealer for a refund.
Units
About 45
Incidents / injuries
None reported.
Description
The ratchet winch kit was sold as an accessory for the Elite model snowmobile and is used as a tow line if the snowmobile is immobilized. The ratchet kit is made of black metal and has a metal wheel with about a 5-inch diameter, attached to a metal arm that measures about 9 inches in length.
What to do
Return the ratchet winch kit to your Ski-Doo dealer for a refund.
Contact
For additional information, contact Bombardier Recreational Products at (888) 638-5397 between 8 a.m. and 6 p.m. ET Monday through Friday.
Product
Ratchet Winch Kits
Manufacturer(s)
JSF Manufacturing Inc., of Hazelnut, Ga.
Retailers
Ski-Doo dealers nationwide, between July 2003 and March 2004, for about $82.
Made in
United States
Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission. Official recall notice on cpsc.gov →