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Product Recall Number: 17-714

Why was Side-by-side off-road vehicles recalled?

The steering rack and pinion assembly can have an improper amount of grease and result in a loss of steering control and crash hazard.

Side-by-side off-road vehicles
Here's product recall specific data for Side-by-side off-road vehicles.

  • Product Recall Number: 17-714

  • Product Safety Warning Number:

  • Date: 2016-11-22

  • Product Safety Warning Date:

  • Name Of Product: Side-by-side off-road vehicles

  • Description: This recall involves model year 2017 Can-Am Maverick X3 side-by-side vehicles. The vehicles came in various colors. The model name and Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) is printed on a label under the glove box. To verify if your vehicle is included in the recall, have your VIN (Vehicle identification Number) ready and contact your authorized Can-Am side-by-side dealer or BRP. Recalled models include: 2017 Can-Am Maverick X3 STD 2017 Can-Am Maverick X3 XDS 2017 Can-Am Maverick X3 XRS

  • Hazard Description: The steering rack and pinion assembly can have an improper amount of grease and result in a loss of steering control and crash hazard.

  • Consumer Action: None Listed

  • Original Product Safety Warning Announcement: None Listed

  • Remedy Type: Repair

  • Units: About 2,380

  • Incidents: The firm has received 33 incident reports, including reports of intermittent or complete steering lock. No injuries were reported.

  • Remedy: Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled vehicles and contact a BRP Can-Am side-by-side dealer to schedule an appointment for a free repair. BRP is notifying registered consumers directly about this recall.

  • Sold At: Can-Am dealers nationwide from August 2016 through November 2016 for between $23,000 and $27,000.

  • Importers: BRP U.S. Inc. of Sturtevant, Wis.

  • Manufacturers: None Listed

  • Distributors: None Listed

  • Manufactured In: Mexico

  • Custom Label: None Listed

  • Custom Field: None Listed