BRP Can-Am Side-By-Side Vehicles recall: Loss of Steering Control Hazard
BRP Recalls Can-Am Side-By-Side Vehicles Due to Loss of Steering Control Hazard
Why was BRP Can-Am Side-By-Side Vehicles recalled?
Improper assembly of the steering column to the rack and pinion can result in the loss of steering control, posing a risk of serious injury or death to the user, passenger or bystanders.
What should I do if I have this product?
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled vehicles and contact a BRP dealer to schedule a free repair. BRP has notified registered consumers directly about this recall. Contact: BRP toll-free at (888) 638-5397from 8 a.m. to 6 p.m. ET Monday through Friday, or online at www.canamoffroad.com and click on "Recall Information" under the Owner Center for more information.
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
- Can-Am® Commander side-by-side off-road vehicles
- Company
- BRP Mexico S.A. de C.V., of Juarez, Chihuahua, Mexico
- Quantity
- About 3,400
- Sold at
- Can-Am dealers nationwide from April 2011 through December 2012 for between $11,700 and $21,000.
- Recall date
- January 10, 2013
- Incidents / injuries
- The firm has received three reports of loss of steering. No injuries have been reported.
- Agency
- CPSC
Product description
This recall includes the following serial numbers of 2011 and 2012 Can-Am Commander side-by-side vehicles. The model name is printed on the vehicle's side panel. Models included in the recall are: Model Year 2011 Model Year 2012 Can-Am Commander 800 and 1000 Can-Am Commander 800 and 1000 Can-Am Commander XT 800R and 1000 Can-Am Commander XT 800 and 1000 Can-Am Commander X 1000 Can-Am Commander X 1000 Can-Am Commander Limited 1000