The Recall Desk
Our severity:HighCPSC·08527·Announced 2007-12-19

Ski-Doo Snowmobiles Recalled Due to Throttle Crash Hazard

Bombardier is recalling about 480 Ski-Doo snowmobiles because a carburetor defect can cause the throttle to stick, leading to 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 risk-of-harm product (snowmobile) where a defect can lead to serious injury or death, but the source explicitly states that no injuries have been reported to date.

Plain-English summary

Bombardier Recreational Products Inc. (BRP) is recalling approximately 480 Ski-Doo model year 2008 MXZ X 600 RS snowmobiles. The recall addresses a defect in the carburetor that can prevent the throttle from freely returning to the idle position. This issue can result in an unexpected loss of control, potentially leading to a collision and causing serious injuries or death.

The snowmobiles were sold in yellow or black/slate colors. The model name is located on the side panels. These vehicles were sold at Ski-Doo dealers nationwide during November 2007 for about $9,500. The firm has received three reports of snowmobiles with stuck throttles, but no injuries have been reported.

Consumers should stop using these vehicles immediately and contact any Ski-Doo dealer to schedule a free repair. Owners are being sent direct notices from Bombardier. For more information, consumers can call Bombardier Recreational Products toll-free at (888) 638-5397 between 8 a.m. and 6 p.m. ET Monday through Friday, or visit www.ski-doo.com.

The recalled product

Product
Ski-Doo® Model Year 2008 MXZ X 600 RS Snowmobiles
Manufacturer
Bombardier Recreational Products Inc. (BRP), of Quebec, Canada
Category
Vehicle — Snowmobile
Hazard
Affected units
480

Distribution

Distributed nationwide across the United States.

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