Bombardier Recreational Products Inc. Recalls Snowmobiles Due to Crash and Fire Hazards
Recall 08515 · Oct 31, 2007 · Bombardier Recreational Products Inc.
2,700
units affected
2,700
units affected
Facts
- Recall number
- 08515
- Date
- Oct 31, 2007
- Company
- Bombardier Recreational Products Inc.
- Units affected
- 2,700
- Product
- Ski-Doo Model Year 2008 Snowmobiles
- Product type
- Snowmobiles
- Hazard
- Fire
The product
Ski-Doo Model Year 2008 MXZ Adrenaline 800R, MXZ X 800R, MXZ TNT 500SS, MXZ Trail 500SS, Summit Everest 154 800R snowmobiles are included in this recall. The model name is located on the side panels. They were sold in black/yellow, yellow, or black/slate.
What can happen
The snowmobiles' fuel tanks can crack allowing liquid fuel and fuel vapor to leak, posing a fire and burn hazard to consumers. In addition, a problem with the throttle cable can lead to loss of speed control, posing a crash hazard.
The fix
Consumers should stop using these snowmobiles immediately and contact a local Ski-Doo dealer to schedule a free repair.
Incidents and where it was sold
- Incidents
- None reported.
- Sold at
- Ski-Doo dealers nationwide from August 2007 through October 2007 for between $9,700 and $11,200.
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Questions and answers
What should I do with the recalled ski-doo model year 2008 snowmobiles?
Consumers should stop using these snowmobiles immediately and contact a local Ski-Doo dealer to schedule a free repair.
What is the hazard?
The snowmobiles' fuel tanks can crack allowing liquid fuel and fuel vapor to leak, posing a fire and burn hazard to consumers. In addition, a problem with the throttle cable can lead to loss of speed control, posing a crash hazard.
A recall means the maker found a safety problem and offers a free fix; it does not mean every unit has the problem. Units affected are as reported by the company. Popular models sell more and so have more recalls and complaints. Official public data; texts are shortened. Contact the company named above for the remedy.