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CPSC, Bombardier Recreational Products Inc. Announce Recall of Ratchet Winch Kits, Sold as Accessory for Snowmobiles

U.S. CPSCInjuriesJul 6, 2004
Recalled Ratchet Winch Kit
Recalled Ratchet Winch Kit

Photos from the official notice: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission · image rights

Hazard

When the ratchet winch, or hook, is under tension, it can detach and be projected, posing a risk of serious injury or death to user or bystander.

Remedy

Return the ratchet winch kit to your Ski-Doo dealer for a refund.

Incidents & injuries

None reported.

Product description

The ratchet winch kit was sold as an accessory for the Elite model snowmobile and is used as a tow line if the snowmobile is immobilized. The ratchet kit is made of black metal and has a metal wheel with about a 5-inch diameter, attached to a metal arm that measures about 9 inches in length.

Sold on

Ski-Doo dealers nationwide, between July 2003 and March 2004, for about $82.

Contact the company

For additional information, contact Bombardier Recreational Products at (888) 638-5397 between 8 a.m. and 6 p.m. ET Monday through Friday.

What should I do?

Stop using the product and follow the remedy below. Contact the company for a refund, repair or replacement — recall remedies are free.

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