BRP Side-by-Side Off-Road Vehicles recall: Loss of Steering Control and Crash
BRP Recalls Side-by-Side Off-Road Vehicles Due to Loss of Steering Control and Crash Hazard (Recall Alert)
Why was BRP Side-by-Side Off-Road Vehicles recalled?
The steering coupling can strip on the rack and pinion assembly and result in a loss of steering control and crash hazard.
What should I do if I have this product?
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled vehicles and contact BRP Can-Am side-by-side dealer to schedule an appointment for a vehicle inspection and free repair. BRP is notifying registered consumers directly about this recall. Contact: BRP toll-free at 888-272-9222 from 8 a.m. to 8 p.m. ET Monday through Sunday or online at www.can-am.brp.com and click on "Owner Center" and then "Recall Information" 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
- Side-by-side off-road vehicles
- Company
- BRP U.S. Inc. of Sturtevant, Wis.
- Quantity
- About 10,600
- Sold at
- Can-Am dealers nationwide from April 2012 through April 2016 for between $12,600 and $20,100.
- Recall date
- May 5, 2016
- Incidents / injuries
- The firm has received 29 incident reports, including two reports of minor injuries.
- Agency
- CPSC
Product description
This recall involves model year 2013 Can-Am Commander side-by-side vehicles equipped with Dynamic Power Steering (DPS). The vehicles came in various colors. The model name and Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) are on a label under the glove box. To find a list of VINs for recalled vehicles, go to www.can-am.brp.com and click on "Owner Center" and then "Recall Information." Recalled models include: COMMANDER DPS 1000EFI COMMANDER DPS 800REFI COMMANDER LTD 1000EFI COMMANDER X 1000EFI COMMANDER XT 1000EFI COMMANDER XT XT 800REFI