The Recall Desk
HighCPSC·06522·Announced 2006-01-05

Bombardier Recalls 2006 Ski-Doo Snowmobiles Due to Starter Gear Cracks

Bombardier is recalling about 4,050 Model Year 2006 Ski-Doo snowmobiles because cracks in the starter ring gears could cause gear fragmentation and serious injury.

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 recall involves a risk-of-harm product where the hazard could cause serious injury or death, but the source explicitly states that no injuries or incidents have been reported.

Plain-English summary

Bombardier Recreational Products Inc. is recalling certain Model Year 2006 Ski-Doo REV500 SS, REV 600 HO, and REV 600 HO SDI snowmobiles. The recall involves approximately 4,050 units sold nationwide through Ski-Doo dealers between August 2005 and November 2005 for prices ranging from $5,000 to $9,750.

The recall is due to a defect where cracks could appear in the starter ring gears. At high speeds, these cracks could allow the gears to fragment. The resulting debris could act like projectiles, posing a risk of serious injury or death to riders or bystanders. Bombardier has not received any reports of incidents or injuries related to this defect.

Consumers should stop using these snowmobiles immediately. Registered owners have been sent direct notice of the recall. Consumers can contact a local Ski-Doo dealer to schedule an appointment for repair service or call Bombardier at (888) 638-5397 between 8:30 a.m. and 4:30 p.m. Monday through Friday for more information.

The recalled product

Product
Certain Model Year 2006 Ski-Doo REV500 SS, REV 600 HO, and REV 600 HO SDI Snowmobiles
Manufacturer
Bombardier Recreational Products Inc., of Valcourt, Quebec
Category
Consumer Product — Snowmobiles
Hazard
Affected units
4,050

Distribution

Distributed nationwide across the United States.

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