BRP Recalls Side-by-Side Off-Road Vehicles Due to Loss of Steering Control and Crash Hazard (Recall Alert)

Side-by-side off-road vehicles

Date of Recall

2016-05-05

CPSC Release Number

16-740

Manufactured In

Mexico

Units

About 10,600

Importer

BRP U.S. Inc. of Sturtevant, Wis.

Sold By

Can-Am dealers nationwide from April 2012 through April 2016 for between $12,600 and $20,100.

Problem/Hazard

The steering coupling can strip on the rack and pinion assembly and result in a loss of steering control and crash hazard.

Injuries/Incidents

The firm has received 29 incident reports, including two reports of minor injuries.

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) is 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:

Remedy

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. The free repair will be available on June 30, 2016. In the meantime, consumers who must use their vehicles can contact BRP Can-Am side-by-side dealer and make an appointment to have their vehicles verified. This free verification is a temporary action to allow limited use of the vehicles until the availability of the free repair. BRP is notifying registered consumers directly about this recall.

Consumer 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. 

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