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CPSC, Bombardier Motor Corporation of America Announce Recall of Snowmobiles

Recalled June 24, 2003 · CPSC recall 03543 · Bombardier Motor

Hazard

The Start/RER switch for the SDI models and the Start switch for the V-1000 models may be defective, creating two potential problems: Condition A: If the operator leaves the engine cut out switch in the "ON" position and the tether cut out switch cap on the switch post, the vehicle may start by itself (SDI models and V-1000 models). Condition B: While vehicle is idling, the engine may stop and then restart in the reverse stationary mode (SDI models only). Both of these conditions may be hazardous to the driver, as well as to persons nearby.

Remedy

Consumers should contact their Bombardier dealer to schedule an appointment. The dealer will replace the Start/RER switch (SDI models) or Start switch (V-1000 models). Bombardier Motor Corporation of America has notified consumers directly about this recall.

Units

548

Incidents / injuries

None reported.

Description

The recalled snowmobiles are 2-tone blue or all black. The name of the engine is written on the hood: Rotax 4-TEC V-1000 or Rotax 2-TEC 800 SDI.

What to do

Contact

For more information, contact Bombardier's Consumer Assistance Centre at (888) 638 -5397 from 8:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m. EST Monday through Friday and from 8:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. on Saturday.

Product

Ski-Doo® snowmobiles

Manufacturer(s)

Bombardier Motor Corporation of America, of Grant, Fla.

Retailers

Bombardier dealers sold these snowmobiles in the United States, from December 2002 through January 2003, for between $8399 USD and $9849 USD.

Made in

United States

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