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Product Recall Number: 04-561

Why was Ratchet Winch Kits recalled?

When the ratchet winch, or hook, is under tension, it can detach and be projected, posing a risk of serious injury or death to user or bystander.

Ratchet Winch Kits
Here's product recall specific data for Ratchet Winch Kits.

  • Product Recall Number: 04-561

  • Product Safety Warning Number:

  • Date: 2004-07-05

  • Product Safety Warning Date:

  • Name Of Product: Ratchet Winch Kits

  • Description: In cooperation with the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC), JSF Manufacturing Inc., of Hazelnut, Ga. is voluntarily recalling about 45 Ratchet Winch Kits. When the ratchet winch, or hook, is under tension, it can detach and be projected, posing a risk of serious injury or death to user or bystander.Name of Product: Ratchet Winch KitsUnits: About 45Manufacturer: JSF Manufacturing Inc., of Hazelnut, Ga.Hazard: When the ratchet winch, or hook, is under tension, it can detach and be projected, posing a risk of serious injury or death to user or bystander.Incidents/Injuries: None reportedDescription: The ratchet winch kit was sold as an accessory for the Elite model snowmobile and is used as a tow line if the snowmobile is immobilized. The ratchet kit is made of black metal and has a metal wheel with about a 5-inch diameter attached to a metal arm that measures about 9 inches in length.Sold by: Ski-Doo dealers nationwide between July 2003 and March 2004 for about $82.Manufactured In: U.S.Remedy: Return the ratchet winch kit to your Ski-Doo dealer for a refund.Consumer Contact: For additional information, contact Bombardier Recreational Products at (888) 638-5397 between 8 a.m. and 6 p.m. ET Monday through Friday.

  • Hazard Description: When the ratchet winch, or hook, is under tension, it can detach and be projected, posing a risk of serious injury or death to user or bystander.

  • Consumer Action: None Listed

  • Original Product Safety Warning Announcement: None Listed

  • Remedy Type: Refund

  • Units: About 45

  • Incidents: None reported

  • Remedy: Return the ratchet winch kit to your Ski-Doo dealer for a refund.

  • Sold At: Ski-Doo dealers nationwide between July 2003 and March 2004 for about $82.

  • Importers: None Listed

  • Manufacturers: JSF Manufacturing Inc., of Hazelnut, Ga.

  • Distributors: None Listed

  • Manufactured In: United States

  • Custom Label: None Listed

  • Custom Field: None Listed

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