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BRP Recalls Snowmobiles Due to Fire Hazard (Recall Alert)

Reported: May 13, 2021 Initiated: May 13, 2021 #21746

Product Description

This recall involves model year 2021 and 2022 Ski-Doo Backcountry, Expedition, MXZ, Renegade, Skandic and Tundra snowmobiles equipped with a 600 EFI engine. The vehicles were sold in a variety of colors. Ski-Doo and the model name are printed on the side panels of the vehicles. The vehicle identification number (VIN) is on the decal located on the right-hand side of tunnel. The following models are included in the recall: Model Year Model Name 2021 Ski-Doo Backcountry Sport 600 EFI 2021 Ski-Doo Expedition Sport 600 EFI 2021 Ski-Doo MXZ Sport 600 EFI 2021 and 2022 Ski-Doo Renegade Sport 600 EFI 2021 and 2022 Ski-Doo Skandic Sport 600 EFI 2021 and 2022 Ski-Doo Tundra Sport 600 EFI

Reason for Recall

The snowmobile's muffler can overheat and cause the upper right-hand vent grill to melt and drip plastic on the exhaust, posing a fire hazard.

Remedy

Consumers should stop using their recalled vehicles immediately and contact a Ski-Doo dealer for a free repair. BRP is contacting all known purchasers directly.

Details

Units Affected
About 2,400 (In addition, about 3,000 were sold in Canada)

Frequently Asked Questions

What product was recalled?
This recall involves model year 2021 and 2022 Ski-Doo Backcountry, Expedition, MXZ, Renegade, Skandic and Tundra snowmobiles equipped with a 600 EFI engine. The vehicles were sold in a variety of colors. Ski-Doo and the model name are printed on the side panels of the vehicles. The vehicle identification number (VIN) is on the decal located on the right-hand side of tunnel. The following models are included in the recall: Model Year Model Name 2021 Ski-Doo Backcountry Sport 600 EFI 2021 Ski-Doo Expedition Sport 600 EFI 2021 Ski-Doo MXZ Sport 600 EFI 2021 and 2022 Ski-Doo Renegade Sport 600 EFI 2021 and 2022 Ski-Doo Skandic Sport 600 EFI 2021 and 2022 Ski-Doo Tundra Sport 600 EFI. Recalled by Bombardier Recreational Products Inc. of Canada. Units affected: About 2,400 (In addition, about 3,000 were sold in Canada).
Why was this product recalled?
The snowmobile's muffler can overheat and cause the upper right-hand vent grill to melt and drip plastic on the exhaust, posing a fire hazard.
What should consumers do?
Consumers should stop using their recalled vehicles immediately and contact a Ski-Doo 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 May 13, 2021. Severity: Moderate. Recall number: 21746.