BRP Recalls Side-by-Side Off-Road Vehicles Due to Loss of Steering Control and Crash Hazard (Recall Alert) (17714)

Hazard

The steering rack and pinion assembly can have an improper amount of grease and result in a loss of steering control and crash hazard.

Remedy

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.

Repair

Incidents & injuries

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

Product description

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

Sold on

Can-Am dealers nationwide from August 2016 through November 2016 for between $23,000 and $27,000.

Contact the company

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.