The Recall Desk
HighCPSC·06501·Announced 2005-10-11

Bombardier Recalls 275 Outlander 800 H.O. XT ATVs Due to Drive Pulley Hazard

Bombardier is recalling about 275 model year 2006 Outlander 800 H.O. XT ATVs because a drive pulley flange could break and become a projectile.

What this means for you

Real risk of harm even if no illness or injury has been reported yet. Stop using the product and follow the agency's guidance.

Our severity reasoning: The source explicitly states that the hazard could cause serious injuries or death, but also confirms that there have been no reported incidents of injury or property damage. This aligns with the rubric criterion for 'risk-of-harm products where injury has not yet been reported.'

Plain-English summary

Bombardier Recreational Products Inc. is recalling about 275 model year 2006 Outlander 800 H.O. XT all-terrain vehicles (ATVs). The affected model numbers are 2J6A and 2J6E. These vehicles were sold at Bombardier dealerships nationwide from July 2005 through October 2005 for about $9,399.

The recall is due to a defect where the drive pulley inner flange could break. If this occurs, the broken flange fragments could become projectiles, which could cause serious injuries or death to the rider or bystanders. There have been no reported incidents of injury or property damage associated with this defect.

Consumers should stop using these vehicles immediately. Registered owners have been notified by mail. Consumers with a recalled Outlander 800 H.O. XT should contact their local Bombardier ATV dealer to schedule a free repair. If consumers are unsure if their ATV is affected, they should call Bombardier at (888) 638-5397 between 8 a.m. and 5 p.m. ET Monday through Friday, or visit www.brp.com.

The recalled product

Product
Bombardier Outlander 800 H.O. XT ATVs
Manufacturer
Bombardier Recreational Products Inc., of Valcourt, Providence of Quebec, Canada
Category
Vehicle — All-Terrain Vehicle (ATV)
Hazard
Affected units
275

Distribution

Distributed nationwide across the United States.

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