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Product Recall Number: 08-527

Why was Ski-Doo® Model Year 2008 MXZ X 600 RS Snowmobiles recalled?

A defect in the carburetor can prevent the throttle from freely returning to the idle position. This can result in an unexpected loss of control leading to a collision and cause serious injuries or death.

Ski-Doo® Model Year 2008 MXZ X 600 RS Snowmobiles
Here's product recall specific data for Ski-Doo® Model Year 2008 MXZ X 600 RS Snowmobiles.

  • Product Recall Number: 08-527

  • Product Safety Warning Number:

  • Date: 2007-12-18

  • Product Safety Warning Date:

  • Name Of Product: Ski-Doo® Model Year 2008 MXZ X 600 RS Snowmobiles

  • Description: In cooperation with the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC), Bombardier Recreational Products Inc. (BRP), of Quebec, Canada, is voluntarily recalling about 480 Ski-Doo Model Year 2008 MXZ X 600 RS Snowmobiles. A defect in the carburetor can prevent the throttle from freely returning to the idle position. This can result in an unexpected loss of control leading to a collision and cause serious injuries or death.Name of Product: Ski-Doo® Model Year 2008 MXZ X 600 RS SnowmobilesUnits: About 480Manufacturer: Bombardier Recreational Products Inc. (BRP), of Quebec, CanadaHazard: A defect in the carburetor can prevent the throttle from freely returning to the idle position. This can result in an unexpected loss of control leading to a collision and cause serious injuries or death.Incidents/Injuries: The firm has received three reports of snowmobiles with stuck throttles. No injuries reported.Description: The recall involves Ski-Doo model year 2008 MXZ X 600 RS snowmobiles. The model name is located on the side panels. The snowmobiles were sold in yellow or black/slate.Sold at: Ski-Doo dealers nationwide during November 2007 for about $9,500.Manufactured in: CanadaRemedy: Consumers should stop using these vehicles immediately and contact any Ski-Doo dealer to schedule a free repair. Consumers with recalled snowmobiles are being sent direct notices from Bombardier.Consumer Contact: For more information, call Bombardier Recreational Products toll-free at (888) 638-5397 between 8 a.m. and 6 p.m. ET Monday through Friday, or visit the firm's website at www.ski-doo.com.

  • Hazard Description: A defect in the carburetor can prevent the throttle from freely returning to the idle position. This can result in an unexpected loss of control leading to a collision and cause serious injuries or death.

  • Consumer Action: None Listed

  • Original Product Safety Warning Announcement: None Listed

  • Remedy Type: Repair

  • Units: About 480

  • Incidents: The firm has received three reports of snowmobiles with stuck throttles. No injuries reported.

  • Remedy: Consumers should stop using these vehicles immediately and contact any Ski-Doo dealer to schedule a free repair. Consumers with recalled snowmobiles are being sent direct notices from Bombardier.

  • Sold At: Ski-Doo dealers nationwide during November 2007 for about $9,500.

  • Importers: None Listed

  • Manufacturers: Bombardier Recreational Products Inc. (BRP), of Quebec, Canada

  • Distributors: None Listed

  • Manufactured In: Canada

  • Custom Label: None Listed

  • Custom Field: None Listed

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