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

Recall 17-714 · November 22, 2016 · BRP

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

Read the official CPSC notice

Recall at a glance

Recall number
17-714 (CPSC)
Recall date
November 22, 2016
Brand
BRP
Category
Sports, bikes and outdoor
Products
Side-by-side off-road vehicles
Hazard
Loss of Steering Control and Crash Hazard (Recall Alert)
Hazard type
Crashes and loss of control
Remedy
Repair
Units
About 2,380
Made in
Mexico
Last updated by CPSC
November 22, 2016

What was recalled

This recall involves model year 2017 Can-Am Maverick X3 side-by-side vehicles. The vehicles came in various colors. The model name and Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) is printed on a label under the glove box. To verify if your vehicle is included in the recall, have your VIN (Vehicle identification Number) ready and contact your authorized Can-Am side-by-side dealer or BRP. Recalled models include: 2017 Can-Am Maverick X3 STD 2017 Can-Am Maverick X3 XDS 2017 Can-Am Maverick X3 XRS

Is my product affected?

Compare your product with the details below, including model numbers where listed.

  • Side-by-side off-road vehicles · About 2,380 units

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Where it was sold

Companies named in the notice: Can-Am dealers nationwide from August 2016 through November 2016 for between $23,000 and $27,000.; BRP U.S. Inc. of Sturtevant, Wis..

Injuries or incidents reported

The firm has received 33 incident reports, including reports of intermittent or complete steering lock. No injuries were reported.

Consumer 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.

Recall history and context

BRP appears in 31 CPSC recalls on record. See all BRP recalls.

Since 2019 CPSC has recorded 451 recalls in the sports, bikes and outdoor category, 74 recalls of them in the past 12 months.

Frequently asked questions

What was recalled?

Side-by-side off-road vehicles (About 2,380 units). This recall involves model year 2017 Can-Am Maverick X3 side-by-side vehicles.

Why was it recalled?

CPSC lists the reason as: Loss of Steering Control and Crash Hazard (Recall Alert).

What should I do if I own one?

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

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Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission recall data, shown as published and last updated by CPSC on November 22, 2016. Details can change; the official notice is the authority. If your product may be recalled, stop and read the notice before deciding what to do. Terms and disclaimer.