BRP Recalls Can-Am Side-By-Side Vehicles Due to Loss of Steering Control Hazard
Recall 13718 · Jan 10, 2013 · Brp
3,400
units affected
3,400
units affected
Facts
- Recall number
- 13718
- Date
- Jan 10, 2013
- Company
- Brp
- Units affected
- 3,400
- Product
- Can-Am® Commander side-by-side off-road vehicles
- Product type
- Utility Vehicles
- Remedy
- Repair
- Hazard
- Crash risk
The product
This recall includes the following serial numbers of 2011 and 2012 Can-Am Commander side-by-side vehicles. The model name is printed on the vehicle's side panel. Models included in the recall are: Model Year 2011 Model Year 2012 Can-Am Commander 800 and 1000 Can-Am Commander 800 and 1000 Can-Am Commander XT 800R and 1000 Can-Am Commander XT 800 and 1000 Can-Am Commander X 1000 Can-Am Commander X 1000 Can-Am Commander Limited 1000
What can happen
Improper assembly of the steering column to the rack and pinion can result in the loss of steering control, posing a risk of serious injury or death to the user, passenger or bystanders.
The fix
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled vehicles and contact a BRP dealer to schedule a free repair. BRP has notified registered consumers directly about this recall.
Incidents and where it was sold
- Incidents
- The firm has received three reports of loss of steering. No injuries have been reported.
- Sold at
- Can-Am dealers nationwide from April 2011 through December 2012 for between $11,700 and $21,000.
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Questions and answers
What should I do with the recalled can-am® commander side-by-side off-road vehicles?
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled vehicles and contact a BRP dealer to schedule a free repair. BRP has notified registered consumers directly about this recall.
What is the hazard?
Improper assembly of the steering column to the rack and pinion can result in the loss of steering control, posing a risk of serious injury or death to the user, passenger or bystanders.
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.