Bombardier Recreational Products Inc. Recalls All-Terrain Vehicles for Fire Hazard

Bombardier Model Year 2006 Outlander 650 and 800 ATVs and Can-AM Model Year 2007 Outlander 650 ATVs

Date of Recall

2006-07-03

CPSC Release Number

06-561

Manufactured In

Canada

Units

About 11,300

Manufacturer

Bombardier Recreational Products, of Quebec, Canada

Sold By

Bombardier and Can-Am ATV dealers nationwide from August 2005 through June 2006 for between $7,900 and $10,400.

Problem/Hazard

The operator could ride with their foot engaging the rear brake without noticing. This can cause the rear brake to overheat and possibly ignite, posing a risk of serious injury or death.

Injuries/Incidents

BRP has received eight reports of fire caused by the rear brake overheating and igniting. The fires only involved property damage to the ATVs. No injuries have been reported.

Description

Bombardier brand Model Year 2006 Outlander 650 and 800 ATVs and Some Can-Am brand Model Year 2007 Outlander 650 ATVs. Serial numbers are located on the front of the ATV on the identification decal. The ATVs were available in yellow, green, red, and camouflage.

Remedy

Consumers should pay close attention when operating and be careful not to accidentally engage the rear brake with their foot. Consumers should immediately contact their local Bombardier or Can-Am ATV dealer to schedule an appointment for a free repair. Consumers with the recalled ATVs are being sent direct notices from BRP.

Consumer Contact

For more information, consumers should call BRP at (888) 638-5397 between 8 a.m. and 6 p.m. ET any day, or visit the firm's Web site at www.brp.com

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