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BRP Recalls All-Terrain Vehicles Due to Crash Hazard (Recall Alert)

Reported: April 10, 2018 Initiated: April 10, 2018 #18735

Product Description

This recall involves model year 2017 Can-Am Outlander and Outlander Max all-terrain vehicles equipped with a dynamic power steering (DPS) and a 450 or 570 engine. The vehicles were sold in various colors. The model name is printed on the side panels of the vehicles. The vehicle identification number (VIN) is printed on the frame under the seat in the middle and on the frame behind the right front wheel. Model Colors 2017 Outlander DPS 570 EFI Yellow, Green, Camo 2017 Outlander DPS 450 EFI Yellow, Green, Camo 2017 Outlander XT 570 EFI Yellow, Pure Magnesium 2017 Outlander Hunter Edition 570 EFI Camo 2017 Outlander XMR 570 EFI Red, White, Black 2017 Outlander MAX DPS 570 EFI Yellow, Green 2017 Outlander MAX DPS 450 EFI Yellow, Green 2017 Outlander MAX XT 570 EFI Pure Magnesium, Yellow

Reason for Recall

The dynamic power steering shaft can break and result in a loss of steering control, posing a crash hazard to consumers.

Remedy

Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled vehicles and contact a BRP Can-Am ATV dealer for a free repair. BRP is contacting all known purchasers directly.

Details

Units Affected
About 6,500 (In addition, about 2,800 in Canada)
Official Source
https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2018/BRP-Recalls-AllTerrain-Vehicles-Due-to-Crash-Hazard-Recall-Alert

Frequently Asked Questions

What product was recalled? ▼
This recall involves model year 2017 Can-Am Outlander and Outlander Max all-terrain vehicles equipped with a dynamic power steering (DPS) and a 450 or 570 engine. The vehicles were sold in various colors. The model name is printed on the side panels of the vehicles. The vehicle identification number (VIN) is printed on the frame under the seat in the middle and on the frame behind the right front wheel. Model Colors 2017 Outlander DPS 570 EFI Yellow, Green, Camo 2017 Outlander DPS 450 EFI Yellow, Green, Camo 2017 Outlander XT 570 EFI Yellow, Pure Magnesium 2017 Outlander Hunter Edition 570 EFI Camo 2017 Outlander XMR 570 EFI Red, White, Black 2017 Outlander MAX DPS 570 EFI Yellow, Green 2017 Outlander MAX DPS 450 EFI Yellow, Green 2017 Outlander MAX XT 570 EFI Pure Magnesium, Yellow. Units affected: About 6,500 (In addition, about 2,800 in Canada).
Why was this product recalled? ▼
The dynamic power steering shaft can break and result in a loss of steering control, posing a crash hazard to consumers.
What should consumers do? ▼
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled vehicles and contact a BRP Can-Am ATV dealer for a free repair. BRP is contacting all known purchasers directly.
Which agency issued this recall? ▼
This recall was issued by the CPSC on April 10, 2018. Severity: Moderate. Recall number: 18735.

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