The Recall Desk
HighCPSC·17726·Announced 2017-01-12

BRP Recalls Side-by-Side Off-Road Vehicles Due to Roll-Away Hazard

BRP is recalling about 780 Can-Am Defender side-by-side off-road vehicles because they can unexpectedly roll away while in park, posing an injury risk.

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 (vehicle roll-away) where injury has not yet been reported, which aligns with the 'High' severity criteria in the rubric.

Plain-English summary

BRP U.S. Inc. is recalling about 780 model year 2016 Can-Am Defender, Defender DPS, and Defender XT side-by-side off-road vehicles. These vehicles were sold at Can-Am dealers nationwide from October 2015 through December 2016 for between $10,000 and $15,700. The vehicles feature four tires, two seats, and a cargo box, with "Can-am" printed on the side of the cargo box and the model name printed on the front beside the headlight.

The recall is due to a hazard where the vehicles can unexpectedly roll away when placed in the "park" or "P" position. This movement poses an injury hazard to users. The firm has received six reports of the vehicles moving while in park, but no injuries have been reported.

Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled vehicles and contact a BRP dealer to schedule a free repair. BRP is also contacting all known purchasers directly. Consumers can verify if their vehicle is included in the recall by checking the vehicle identification number (VIN) located on a label under the glove box, or by contacting BRP toll-free at 888-272-9222.

The recalled product

Product
Side-by-side off-road vehicles
Manufacturer
BRP U.S. Inc., of Sturtevant, Wis.
Category
Vehicle — Off-Road Vehicle
Hazard
Affected units
780

Distribution

Distributed nationwide across the United States.

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