CONSUMER SAFETY ALERT

The Dynamic Power Steering (DPS) main shaft can crack and pieces can detach. Those pieces inside the DPS can block gears and cause limited steering ability, posing a loss of control hazard with risk of serious injury or death to the operator.
Official Consumer Product Safety Recall • December 22, 2011

BRP Recalls ATVs Due to Loss of Control Hazard

This recall involves 2010 and 2011 Can-Am Outlander and Renegade model ATVs. The ATVs were sold in black, yellow and red and have "Can-Am" and the model name printed on the side panels. Models included in the recall are: Model Year 2010: Can-Am® OUTLANDER™ 500, 650 and 800R, packages XT, XT-P and Ltd; on MAX and one-Up models Can-Am® RENEGADE™ 800R, package X xc only Model Year 2011: Can-Am® OUTLANDER™ 500, 650, 800R, packages XT, XT-P, X xc, X mr and Ltd; on MAX and one-Up models Can-Am® RENEGADE™ 800R package X xc only

Required Consumer Action

Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled ATVs and contact their local Can-Am ATV dealer to schedule a free repair. BRP will contact registered owners directly.

Contact Information

For additional information, contact BRP toll-free at (888) 638-5397 between 8 a.m. and 6 p.m. ET Monday through Friday, or visit the firm's website at www.can-am.brp.com

Recall Details

Sold At
Can-Am dealerships nationwide between September 2009 and November 2011 for between $6,800 and $13,500.
Injuries
BRP has received two reports of broken DPS resulting in limited steering ability. No injuries have been reported.
Manufacturer
BRP Mexico S.A. de C.V., Ciudad Juárez, Mexican state of Chihuahua
Remedy
Repair
Recall Number
12709

Product Information

Product Name
Can-Am ATVs
Product Type
All Terrain Vehicles (ATV)
Number of Units
About 1,600
Manufacturer Name
BRP Mexico S.A. de C.V., Ciudad Juárez, Mexican state of Chihuahua
Distributed By
BRP US Inc., of Sturtevant, Wis.
Manufactured In
Mexico

Register This Product

Contact Manufacturer

Use the contact information below to reach out about this recall:

Phone (888) 638-5397
Website www.can-am.brp.com
Full Contact Information

For additional information, contact BRP toll-free at (888) 638-5397 between 8 a.m. and 6 p.m. ET Monday through Friday, or visit the firm's website at www.can-am.brp.com