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BRP US Recalls Side-By-Side Vehicles Due to Injury Hazard (Recall Alert)

Reported: December 14, 2023 Initiated: December 14, 2023 #24735

Product Description

This recall involves Model Year 2022 and 2023 Can-Am Commander series, Defender series, Maverick Trail series equipped with an HD7 or 700 engines side-by-side vehicles with model number model year 2022 and 2023. The vehicles were sold in various colors. The brand and model name are on the vehicle's sides.

Reason for Recall

The operator's guide maintenance schedule section contains incorrect information regarding proper maintenance intervals for the clutch which can lead to clutch failure, including fragments to be ejected from the vehicle if not serviced, posing a risk of serious injuries.

Remedy

Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled Model Year 2022 and 2023 Can-Am Commander series, Defender series, Maverick Trail series equipped with an HD7 or 700 engines side-by-side vehicles until they have reviewed the new maintenance instructions. BRP will mail a free revised maintenance information booklet to registered owners. BRP is contacting all known purchasers directly.

Details

Recalling Firm
BRP Mexico, of Mexico
Units Affected
About 14,555 (In addition, about 2,285 were sold in Canada)

Frequently Asked Questions

What product was recalled?
This recall involves Model Year 2022 and 2023 Can-Am Commander series, Defender series, Maverick Trail series equipped with an HD7 or 700 engines side-by-side vehicles with model number model year 2022 and 2023. The vehicles were sold in various colors. The brand and model name are on the vehicle's sides.. Recalled by BRP Mexico, of Mexico. Units affected: About 14,555 (In addition, about 2,285 were sold in Canada).
Why was this product recalled?
The operator's guide maintenance schedule section contains incorrect information regarding proper maintenance intervals for the clutch which can lead to clutch failure, including fragments to be ejected from the vehicle if not serviced, posing a risk of serious injuries.
What should consumers do?
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled Model Year 2022 and 2023 Can-Am Commander series, Defender series, Maverick Trail series equipped with an HD7 or 700 engines side-by-side vehicles until they have reviewed the new maintenance instructions. BRP will mail a free revised maintenance information booklet to registered owners. BRP is contacting all known purchasers directly.
Which agency issued this recall?
This recall was issued by the CPSC on December 14, 2023. Severity: Moderate. Recall number: 24735.