June 20, 2008
RECALLS THIS WEEK: Ski-Doo Snowmobiles, Utility Vehicles and Other Product Recalls
By Huntingtonnews.net Staff
with information from www.recalls.org
BRP U.S. Inc. is recalling Ski-Doo® Snowmobiles sold nationwide from March 2006 to May 2008. Friction between the fuel hose and the cylinder head cover can cause the hose to pierce. This can cause fuel to leak out, posing a fire hazard.
The recall involves the following Ski-Doo® Models:
The model names are located on the side panel.
Note: The 2007 and 2008 Skandic SWT V-800 Snowmobiles were previously recalled due to explosion hazard.
Consumers should contact any Ski-Doo dealer to schedule a free repair.
Consumers can also contact BRP at (888) 638-5397 between 8 a.m. and 6 p.m. ET Monday through Friday, or visit http://www.ski-doo.com/en-US/Owner.Center/Recall.Information.htm. More info at www.recalls.org.
UTILITY VEHICLES
Bush Hog LLC is recalling Bush Hog Off-Road Utility Vehicles sold nationwide from January 2004 to March 2008. The utility vehicle’s throttle cable can freeze in freezing temperatures. This can cause the engine not to return to idle when the driver takes his or her foot off the accelerator pedal.
The recall includes the Bush Hog Models TH440 (Trail Hunter), TH4200 (Trail Hand) and TH4400 (Trail Hand) Off-Road Utility Vehicles. “Bush Hog” is printed on the utility vehicle’s cargo bed tail gate and on each side of the cargo bed. Model “TH440,” “TH4200,” or “TH4400” is printed on each side of the hood.
Consumers should contact a Bush Hog dealer to schedule a free inspection and repair.
Consumers can also contact Bush Hog LLC at (877) 873-0143 between 8 a.m. and 4 p.m. CT Monday through Friday, or visit http://www.bushhog.com/ContentFiles/Documents/Bush%20Hog%20website%20cable%2 0recall%20notice.pdf (pdf). More info at www.recalls.org.
MOTORCYCLE CLAMP KITS
Tucker Rocky Distributing is recalling Pro Taper Clamp Kits Used With Off-Road Motorcycles sold nationwide from October 2007 to March 2008. Some of the bolts included in the clamp kits (or sold separately) if installed incorrectly can break under extreme force such as a crash. This can cause the handlebars to separate posing a risk of serious injury to the rider.
The Pro Taper Clamp Kits are aftermarket accessories for off-road motorcycles.
Consumers should contact Tucker Rocky Distributing at (866) 217-7750 anytime for free replacement bolts or visit www.protaper.com. More info at www.recalls.org.
KEY CHAINS SOLD AT WAL-MART
Wal-Mart stores are recalling "Hip Charm" Key Chains sold at their stores nationwide from April 2005 to June 2008. The charms on the key chain can contain high levels of lead, which is toxic if ingested and can cause adverse health effects.
The recalled key chains have several charms including a button, clover, leaf, and heart. The charms hang from a silver-colored chain. The words “Hip charm” and the following UPC numbers are printed on the products packaging: 03156811032, 03156811029, 03156811019, 03156811016, 03156811018, 03156811028, and 03156811030.
Consumers should return the key chains to any Wal-Mart store for a full refund.
Consumers can also contact Wal-Mart at (800) 925-6278 between 7 a.m. and 9 p.m. CT Monday through Friday, or visit http://walmartstores.com/FactsNews/7701.aspx. More info at www.recalls.org.
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RECALLS THIS WEEK: Ski-Doo Snowmobiles, Utility Vehicles and Other Product Recalls
By Huntingtonnews.net Staff
with information from www.recalls.org
BRP U.S. Inc. is recalling Ski-Doo® Snowmobiles sold nationwide from March 2006 to May 2008. Friction between the fuel hose and the cylinder head cover can cause the hose to pierce. This can cause fuel to leak out, posing a fire hazard.
The recall involves the following Ski-Doo® Models:
| Model | Color |
| 2007 and 2008 Expedition TUV V800 | Deep Red/Black |
| 2007 and 2008 Skandic SWT V-800 | Yellow/Black |
The model names are located on the side panel.
Note: The 2007 and 2008 Skandic SWT V-800 Snowmobiles were previously recalled due to explosion hazard.
Consumers should contact any Ski-Doo dealer to schedule a free repair.
Consumers can also contact BRP at (888) 638-5397 between 8 a.m. and 6 p.m. ET Monday through Friday, or visit http://www.ski-doo.com/en-US/Owner.Center/Recall.Information.htm. More info at www.recalls.org.
UTILITY VEHICLES
Bush Hog LLC is recalling Bush Hog Off-Road Utility Vehicles sold nationwide from January 2004 to March 2008. The utility vehicle’s throttle cable can freeze in freezing temperatures. This can cause the engine not to return to idle when the driver takes his or her foot off the accelerator pedal.
The recall includes the Bush Hog Models TH440 (Trail Hunter), TH4200 (Trail Hand) and TH4400 (Trail Hand) Off-Road Utility Vehicles. “Bush Hog” is printed on the utility vehicle’s cargo bed tail gate and on each side of the cargo bed. Model “TH440,” “TH4200,” or “TH4400” is printed on each side of the hood.
Consumers should contact a Bush Hog dealer to schedule a free inspection and repair.
Consumers can also contact Bush Hog LLC at (877) 873-0143 between 8 a.m. and 4 p.m. CT Monday through Friday, or visit http://www.bushhog.com/ContentFiles/Documents/Bush%20Hog%20website%20cable%2 0recall%20notice.pdf (pdf). More info at www.recalls.org.
MOTORCYCLE CLAMP KITS
Tucker Rocky Distributing is recalling Pro Taper Clamp Kits Used With Off-Road Motorcycles sold nationwide from October 2007 to March 2008. Some of the bolts included in the clamp kits (or sold separately) if installed incorrectly can break under extreme force such as a crash. This can cause the handlebars to separate posing a risk of serious injury to the rider.
The Pro Taper Clamp Kits are aftermarket accessories for off-road motorcycles.
Consumers should contact Tucker Rocky Distributing at (866) 217-7750 anytime for free replacement bolts or visit www.protaper.com. More info at www.recalls.org.
KEY CHAINS SOLD AT WAL-MART
Wal-Mart stores are recalling "Hip Charm" Key Chains sold at their stores nationwide from April 2005 to June 2008. The charms on the key chain can contain high levels of lead, which is toxic if ingested and can cause adverse health effects.
The recalled key chains have several charms including a button, clover, leaf, and heart. The charms hang from a silver-colored chain. The words “Hip charm” and the following UPC numbers are printed on the products packaging: 03156811032, 03156811029, 03156811019, 03156811016, 03156811018, 03156811028, and 03156811030.
Consumers should return the key chains to any Wal-Mart store for a full refund.
Consumers can also contact Wal-Mart at (800) 925-6278 between 7 a.m. and 9 p.m. CT Monday through Friday, or visit http://walmartstores.com/FactsNews/7701.aspx. More info at www.recalls.org.
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