BRP Recalls Side-by-Side Off-Road Vehicles Due to Loss of Steering Control and Crash Hazard (Recall Alert)
Recall 16740 · May 5, 2016 · Brp
10,600
units affected
10,600
units affected
Facts
- Recall number
- 16740
- Date
- May 5, 2016
- Company
- Brp
- Units affected
- 10,600
- Product
- Side-by-side off-road vehicles
- Product type
- Recreational Vehicles (Unlicensed)
- Remedy
- Repair
- Hazard
- Crash risk
The product
This recall involves model year 2013 Can-Am Commander side-by-side vehicles equipped with Dynamic Power Steering (DPS). The vehicles came in various colors. The model name and Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) are on a label under the glove box. To find a list of VINs for recalled vehicles, go to www.can-am.brp.com and click on "Owner Center" and then "Recall Information." Recalled models include: COMMANDER DPS 1000EFI COMMANDER DPS 800REFI COMMANDER LTD 1000EFI COMMANDER X 1000EFI COMMANDER XT 1000EFI COMMANDER XT XT 800REFI
What can happen
The steering coupling can strip on the rack and pinion assembly and result in a loss of steering control and crash hazard.
The fix
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled vehicles and contact BRP Can-Am side-by-side dealer to schedule an appointment for a vehicle inspection and free repair. BRP is notifying registered consumers directly about this recall.
Incidents and where it was sold
- Incidents
- The firm has received 29 incident reports, including two reports of minor injuries.
- Sold at
- Can-Am dealers nationwide from April 2012 through April 2016 for between $12,600 and $20,100.
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Questions and answers
What should I do with the recalled side-by-side off-road vehicles?
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled vehicles and contact BRP Can-Am side-by-side dealer to schedule an appointment for a vehicle inspection and free repair. BRP is notifying registered consumers directly about this recall.
What is the hazard?
The steering coupling can strip on the rack and pinion assembly and result in a loss of steering control and 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.