CPSCMarch 29, 2005

CPSC, Bombardier Recreational Products Inc. and BRP US recall

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

Why was CPSC, Bombardier Recreational Products Inc. and BRP US recalled?

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.

What should I do if I have this product?

Free repair. Contact your Bombardier dealer to schedule an appointment to grease the rear axle bearings. Bombardier has notified consumers directly about this recall. Contact: Call Bombardier at (888) 638-5397 between 8 a.m. and 6 p.m. ET everyday.

What to do with a recalled product: refunds, receipts, safe disposal and how to report a problem.

Is my product affected?

Compare the item in your hand with every identifier below from the official CPSC record. Only products that match the listed product and identifiers are part of this recall.

Product
Bombardier DS650 ATVs
Company
Bombardier Recreational Products Inc., of Quebec, Canada, BRP US Inc., of Sturtevant, Wisconsin
Quantity
2,127
Sold at
Bombardier dealers sold these ATVs nationwide, from March 2004 through March 2005, for between $5,999 and $6,999.
Recall date
March 29, 2005
Incidents / injuries
Bombardier has received one report of the rear axle bearing breaking, leading to a loss of control. No injuries have been reported.
Agency
CPSC

Product description

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.

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