CONSUMER SAFETY ALERT
The rear axle bearings may have not been sufficiently greased. This may cause a breaking of the bearing, which could make the ATV unstable. The operator could lose control of the vehicle, which could cause injury to the operator.
CPSC, Bombardier Recreational Products Inc. and BRP US Inc. Announce Recall of DS650 ATVs
Model year 2004 and 2005 Bombardier DS650 ATVs under model numbers 0003A5A00, 0003A5B00, 0003B5A00, 0003B5B00, 000799700, 000799500, 000771900, and 000771700 are part of this recall. The ATV model number identification decal is located on the right side of the frame, in front of the engine.
Required Consumer Action
Free repair. Contact your Bombardier dealer to schedule an appointment to grease the rear axle bearings. Bombardier has notified consumers directly about this recall.
Contact Information
Call Bombardier at (888) 638-5397 between 8 a.m. and 6 p.m. ET everyday.
Recall Details
Sold At
Bombardier dealers sold these ATVs nationwide, from March 2004 through March 2005, for between $5,999 and $6,999.
Hazard Type
Tip-Over
Injuries
Bombardier has received one report of the rear axle bearing breaking, leading to a loss of control. No injuries have been reported.
Manufacturer
Bombardier Recreational Products Inc., of Quebec, Canada
Recall Number
05558
Product Information
Product Name
Bombardier DS650 ATVs
Product Type
All Terrain Vehicles (ATVs)
Number of Units
2,127
Manufacturer Name
Bombardier Recreational Products Inc., of Quebec, Canada
Distributed By
BRP US Inc., of Sturtevant, Wisconsin
Manufactured In
Canada