Bombardier Recalls 2006 Ski-Doo Snowmobiles Due to Steering Defect
Bombardier is recalling about 10,400 Model Year 2006 Ski-Doo snowmobiles because a missing weld on the steering column could cause loss of control.
What this means for you
Our assessment, not the agency’s: severity 3/5 (High).
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 recall involves a structural defect that could lead to loss of control and serious injury or death, but the source explicitly states that no injuries or incidents have been reported, fitting the 'High' severity criteria for risk-of-harm products without reported injury.
Plain-English summary
Bombardier Recreational Products Inc. is recalling certain Model Year 2006 Ski-Doo REV, RT, and RF snowmobiles. The recall involves approximately 10,400 units sold nationwide through Ski-Doo dealers between June 7, 2005, and November 9, 2005, for prices ranging from $4,000 to $12,300.
The steering columns on these snowmobiles may have a missing weld, which could allow a steering component to become loose. This defect could lead to a loss of control or a collision, potentially causing serious injury or death. No injuries or incidents have been reported in connection with this recall.
Consumers should stop using these snowmobiles immediately and contact a local Ski-Doo dealer to schedule a repair. Registered owners have been sent direct notice. For more information, consumers can call Bombardier Customer Service at (888) 638-5397 or visit www.ski-doo.com to check specific model and serial numbers.
The recalled product
- Product
- Certain Model Year 2006 Ski-Doo REV, RT, and RF Snowmobiles
- Category
- Vehicle — Snowmobile
- Hazard
- Affected units
- 10,400
Distribution
Distributed nationwide across the United States.
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