CPSC, Bombardier Recreational Products Inc. and BRP US Inc. Announce Recall of DS650 ATVs

Model year 2004 and 2005 Bombardier DS650 ATVs under model numbers 0003A5A00, 0003A5B00, 0003B5A00, 0003B5B00, 000799700, 000799500, 000771900, and 000771700 are part of this recall. The ATV model number identification decal is located on the right side of the frame, in front of the engine.. Recalled by Bombardier Recreational Products Inc., of Quebec, Canada. Units affected: 2,127.

The rear axle bearings may have not been sufficiently greased. This may cause a breaking of the bearing, which could make the ATV unstable. The operator could lose control of the vehicle, which could cause injury to the operator.

Free repair. Contact your Bombardier dealer to schedule an appointment to grease the rear axle bearings. Bombardier has notified consumers directly about this recall.

This recall was issued by the CPSC on March 29, 2005. Severity: Moderate. Recall number: 05558.