Recalled Product Name/Brand/ID
The recalled product is Ski-Doo snowmobiles, from Bombardier Recreational Products (BRP), with Recall ID 9622 and Recall Number 23755.
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Potential Risks or Issues
The potential risks or issues associated with these recalled Ski-Doo snowmobiles are that the fuel injector hose retainer screw can loosen and cause a fuel leak, posing a fire hazard.
Has Anyone Been Injured?
BRP has received 14 reports of fuel leaks which resulted in four fires.
About the Recall
This recall involves Ski-Doo model years 2021 and 2022 snowmobiles equipped with 850 E-TEC and 850 E-TEC Turbo engines. The vehicles were sold in a variety of colors. Ski-Doo and the model name are printed on the side panels of the vehicles. The vehicle identification number (VIN) is on the decal located on the right-hand side of tunnel underneath the seat. The following models are included in the recall: Model Year(s) Model Name 2021 and 2022 Backcountry 850 E-TEC Expedition 850 E-TEC Freeride 850 E-TEC Freeride 850 E-TEC Turbo MXZ 850 E-TEC Renegade 850 E-TEC Summit 850 E-TEC Summit 850 E-TEC Turbo 2022 Backcountry 850 E-TEC Turbo Expedition 850 E-TEC Turbo MXZ 850 E-TEC Turbo Renegade 850 E-TEC Turbo
Where to Find Unique Identification of this Product
The vehicle identification number (VIN) is on the decal located on the right-hand side of tunnel underneath the seat. Dealers can check for VINs included in this recall.
How Many Units Are Affected?
About 12,500 (In addition, about 8,000 were sold in Canada) (Some of these snowmobiles were previously recalled in October 2022).
Affected Batch/Date Range
The affected snowmobiles were sold from October 2020 through September 2022.
Who is the Distributor(s)?
BRP U.S. Inc, of Sturtevant, Wisconsin is the distributor.
Places Where Recalled Product was Sold
The recalled snowmobiles were sold at Ski-Doo dealers nationwide for between $10,000 and $17,000.
Where was This Manufactured?
The recalled snowmobiles were manufactured in Canada.
Actions for Consumers
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled snowmobiles and contact a Ski-Doo dealer to determine if their snowmobile is included in this recall and to schedule a free repair.
Remedy Process
BRP is contacting all known purchasers directly to coordinate the free repair with dealers to inspect and if necessary install a new E-TEC fuel injector hose retainer screw.
Additional Information
For more information, consumers can contact BRP toll-free at 888-272-9222 from 8 a.m. to 8 p.m. ET Monday through Sunday, or online at https://www.ski-doo.com/us/en/owner-zone/maintenance/safety-recalls or www.ski-doo.com and click on “Safety Recall” at the bottom of the page.
Regulatory Compliance
This recall is in conjunction with Transport Canada, recall number 2023135.
How Can I Protect Myself From Falling Victm?
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled snowmobiles and contact a Ski-Doo dealer to determine if their snowmobile is included in this recall and to schedule a free repair.
Final Thought
BRP urges consumers to take this recall seriously and to contact their local Ski-Doo dealer to obtain a free repair as soon as possible.
