BRP recalls 2011-2013 Can-Am Commander side-by-side vehicles due to fire hazard from wet debris in exhaust pipes. Consumers must stop using, clean exhaust, and get free repair kit.
Debris such as leaves, hay and grass in wet terrain areas can collect in the vehicle's exhaust pipe area in a short period of time. A hot exhaust pipe and accumulated debris that has dried, poses a risk of fire.
BRP is recalling 2011-2013 Can-Am Commander side-by-side vehicles because wet debris in the exhaust pipe can dry and ignite, causing fire. This hazard requires immediate action to prevent fire risk.
Wet debris like leaves, hay, or grass can collect in the exhaust pipe area quickly. When this debris dries, it can ignite near the hot exhaust pipe, causing a fire.
Owners of 2011, 2012, and early 2013 Can-Am Commander side-by-side vehicles are affected. Riders and users in wet areas are most at risk due to the fire hazard.
Check for the model year printed on the vehicle's side panel. Affected models include 2011, 2012, and early 2013 Can-Am Commander vehicles without the front grill kit.
Immediately stop using the recalled vehicles to prevent fire risk from accumulated exhaust debris.
Inspect the exhaust area for dried debris as described in the Cleaning Procedure guide available at www.can-am.brp.com or local BRP dealer.
Contact a BRP dealer to schedule a free update kit repair for the exhaust system.
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled vehicles, check their exhaust for accumulated debris as described in the Cleaning Procedure of Exhaust Area guide and contact a BRP dealer to schedule a free update kit repair. The guide is available to consumers at their local BRP dealer or online at www.can-am.brp.com. BRP has notified registered consumers directly about this recall and the vehicle's cleaning guide.
2011, 2012, and early 2013 models without the front grill kit, including Commander 800R, 1000, XT 800R, 1000, X 1000, and Limited 1000 models.
Look for the model year on the vehicle's side panel. Check the exhaust area for dried debris that could ignite near the hot pipe.
The hazard can cause fire, which poses a risk of serious injury or death if not addressed.
We’ve drafted a message you can send BRP to request your refund or repair — edit it as you like.
Subject: Recall 1301 — BRP Can-Am® Commander Side-by-Side Off Road Vehicles Hello, I own a Can-Am® Commander Side-by-Side Off Road Vehicles that is covered by recall 1301 from BRP. The official recall notice states: Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled vehicles, check their exhaust for accumulated debris as described in the Cleaning Procedure of Exhaust Area guide and contact a BRP dealer to schedule a free update kit repair. The guide is available to consumers at their local BRP dealer or online at www.can-am.brp.com. BRP has notified registered consumers directly about this recall and the vehicle's cleaning guide. I’m writing to arrange the remedy described in the recall (a refund, repair, or replacement as applicable). Could you please tell me the next steps to resolve this? Thank you.
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