BRP recalls 2011-2012 Can-Am Commander side-by-side vehicles with improper steering column assembly that risks loss of steering control, serious injury or death. Consumers must stop using and contact a dealer for free repair.
Improper assembly of the steering column to the rack and pinion can result in the loss of steering control, posing a risk of serious injury or death to the user, passenger or bystanders.
BRP is recalling 2011 and 2012 Can-Am Commander side-by-side vehicles due to a steering column assembly issue that can cause loss of steering control. This hazard poses a serious risk of injury or death to users, passengers, or bystanders.
Improper assembly of the steering column to the rack and pinion can cause sudden loss of steering control. This may lead to serious injury or death for the user, passenger, or bystanders during normal operation.
Owners of 2011 and 2012 Can-Am Commander side-by-side vehicles are affected. Riders and passengers using these vehicles are at highest risk due to the potential for loss of steering control.
Check for the model year 2011 or 2012 on the vehicle's side panel. The affected models include Can-Am Commander 800/1000, XT 800/1000, and X 1000 series.
Immediately stop using the recalled vehicles as they pose a risk of loss of steering control.
Contact a BRP dealer to schedule a free repair for the steering column assembly issue.
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled vehicles and contact a BRP dealer to schedule a free repair. BRP has notified registered consumers directly about this recall.
2011 and 2012 Can-Am Commander side-by-side vehicles, including models 800/1000, XT 800/1000, and X 1000 series.
Check the model year and vehicle type on the side panel; affected models include Can-Am Commander 800/1000, XT 800/1000, and X 1000 series from 2011-2012.
Yes, improper steering column assembly can cause loss of steering control, posing a risk of serious injury or death to users, passengers, or bystanders.
We’ve drafted a message you can send BRP to request your refund or repair — edit it as you like.
Subject: Recall 1490 — 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 1490 from BRP. The official recall notice states: Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled vehicles and contact a BRP dealer to schedule a free repair. BRP has notified registered consumers directly about this recall. 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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The facts (hazard, remedy, dates, manufacturer) are pulled from the official CPSC recall record. The plain-language summary and step-by-step checklist are written by GovInfoNow to make the official notice easier to act on — they don’t replace it.
