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BRP Recalls Side-by-Side Off-Road Vehicles Due to Loss of Steering Control and Crash Hazard (Recall Alert)

Agency Publication Date: May 5, 2016
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Summary

BRP is recalling approximately 10,600 model year 2013 Can-Am Commander side-by-side off-road vehicles equipped with Dynamic Power Steering (DPS). The steering coupling on these vehicles can strip, which leads to a total loss of steering control and a crash hazard. The firm has received 29 incident reports, including two reports of minor injuries. These vehicles were sold at Can-Am dealers nationwide between April 2012 and April 2016 for between $12,600 and $20,100.

Risk

The steering coupling can strip on the rack and pinion assembly, which results in the driver being unable to steer the vehicle. This pose a serious crash hazard, and 29 incidents have already been reported.

What You Should Do

  1. Identify your vehicle by checking the label located under the glove box for the model name and the 17-digit Vehicle Identification Number (VIN).
  2. Verify if your specific VIN is included in the recall by visiting www.can-am.brp.com, clicking on 'Owner Center,' and then 'Recall Information.'
  3. Stop using the recalled vehicles immediately.
  4. Contact a BRP Can-Am side-by-side dealer to schedule an appointment for a free vehicle inspection and repair.
  5. For more information, contact BRP toll-free at 888-272-9222 from 8 a.m. to 8 p.m. ET Monday through Sunday, or visit www.can-am.brp.com.
  6. Call the CPSC Hotline at 800-638-2772 for additional questions regarding this recall.

Your Remedy Options

๐Ÿ”งFree Repair

Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled vehicles and contact BRP Can-Am side-by-side dealer to schedule an appointment for a vehicle inspection and free repair. BRP is notifying registered consumers directly about this recall.

Contact: BRP toll-free at 888-272-9222 from 8 a.m. to 8 p.m. ET Monday through Sunday or online at www.can-am.brp.com and click on "Owner Center" and then "Recall Information" for more information.

Affected Products

Product: 2013 Can-Am Commander DPS 1000EFI
Model:
COMMANDER DPS 1000EFI
Date Ranges: April 2012 - April 2016
Product: 2013 Can-Am Commander DPS 800REFI
Model:
COMMANDER DPS 800REFI
Date Ranges: April 2012 - April 2016
Product: 2013 Can-Am Commander LTD 1000EFI
Model:
COMMANDER LTD 1000EFI
Date Ranges: April 2012 - April 2016
Product: 2013 Can-Am Commander X 1000EFI
Model:
COMMANDER X 1000EFI
Date Ranges: April 2012 - April 2016
Product: 2013 Can-Am Commander XT 1000EFI
Model:
COMMANDER XT 1000EFI
Date Ranges: April 2012 - April 2016
Product: 2013 Can-Am Commander XT 800REFI
Model:
COMMANDER XT XT 800REFI
Date Ranges: April 2012 - April 2016

Product Images

2013 Commander 800 XT

2013 Commander 800 XT

2013 Commander 1000 DPS

2013 Commander 1000 DPS

Additional Information

Agency: Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC)
Recall ID: 16740
Status: Active
Sold By: Can-Am dealers nationwide from April 2012 through April 2016 for between $12,600 and $20,100.
Manufactured In: Mexico
Units Affected: About 10,600
Distributed To: Nationwide
Importer: BRP U.S. Inc. of Sturtevant, Wis.
Contact: BRP toll-free at 888-272-9222 from 8 a.m. to 8 p.m. ET Monday through Sunday or online at www.can-am.brp.com and click on "Owner Center" and then "Recall Information" for more information.
Agency Last Updated: May 5, 2016

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AI-Enhanced Content: The summary, action steps, and risk assessment on this page were generated by AI from official government recall data to improve readability. This is not legal or medical advice. Always refer to the official agency sources below for authoritative information.

Sources: CPSC Notice ยท Raw API Response