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BRP Recalls ATVs Due to Loss of Control Hazard

Recalled December 22, 2011 · CPSC recall 12709 · BRP

Hazard

The Dynamic Power Steering (DPS) main shaft can crack and pieces can detach. Those pieces inside the DPS can block gears and cause limited steering ability, posing a loss of control hazard with risk of serious injury or death to the operator.

Remedy

Repair

Units

About 1,600

Incidents / injuries

BRP has received two reports of broken DPS resulting in limited steering ability. No injuries have been reported.

Description

This recall involves 2010 and 2011 Can-Am Outlander and Renegade model ATVs. The ATVs were sold in black, yellow and red and have "Can-Am" and the model name printed on the side panels. Models included in the recall are: Model Year 2010: Can-Am® OUTLANDER™ 500, 650 and 800R, packages XT, XT-P and Ltd; on MAX and one-Up models Can-Am® RENEGADE™ 800R, package X xc only Model Year 2011: Can-Am® OUTLANDER™ 500, 650, 800R, packages XT, XT-P, X xc, X mr and Ltd; on MAX and one-Up models Can-Am® RENEGADE™ 800R package X xc only

What to do

Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled ATVs and contact their local Can-Am ATV dealer to schedule a free repair. BRP will contact registered owners directly.

Contact

For additional 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 website at www.can-am.brp.com

Product

Can-Am ATVs

Manufacturer(s)

BRP Mexico S.A. de C.V., Ciudad Juárez, Mexican state of Chihuahua

Distributed by

BRP US Inc., of Sturtevant, Wis.

Retailers

Can-Am dealerships nationwide between September 2009 and November 2011 for between $6,800 and $13,500.

Made in

Mexico

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