Recalls: Sports and Recreation

February 7, 2013 BRP Recalls Ski-Doo Snowmobiles Due to Fire Hazard

The snowmobile has the model name printed on the vehicle's side panel. The 2013 models included in the recall are:

Name

Engine Type

Freeride™

800R E-TEC

Grand Touring LE

600HO E-TEC

GSX® LE

600HO E-TEC

GSX® SE

600HO E-TEC

GSX® SE

800R E-TEC

MX Z® TNT®

600HO E-TEC

MX Z® TNT®

800R E-TEC

MX Z® X®

800R E-TEC

MX Z® X®

600HO E-TEC

MX Z® X-RS®

800R E-TEC

MX Z® X-RS®

600HO E-TEC

Renegade® Adrenaline

800R E-TEC

Renegade® Adrenaline

600HO E-TEC

Renegade® Backcountry™

800R E-TEC

Renegade® Backcountry™

600HO E-TEC

Renegade® Backcountry™ X®

800R E-TEC

Renegade® Backcountry™ X®

600HO E-TEC

Renegade® X®

800R E-TEC

Renegade® X®

600HO E-TEC

Skandic® Tundra® Xtreme

600HO E-TEC

Summit® SP

800R E-TEC

Summit® SP

600HO E-TEC

Summit® X®

800R E-TEC

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January 30, 2013 Sportspower Expands Trampoline Recall Due to Fall Hazard; Sold Exclusively at Walmart

This recall is an expansion of the May 2012 recall of brown tetlon netting to now include black tetlon netting. This involves Sportspower BouncePro 14' Trampolines with model TR-1686-TPR. UPC code 687064045552 or 687064042100 is printed on the product's box. 'Sportspower BouncePro 14' is printed on a plate on the leg of the trampoline frame. The trampolines are surrounded by enclosure netting on the perimeter of the trampoline measuring about 6 feet high. The netting is designed to contain individuals bouncing on the trampoline.

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January 29, 2013 BRP Recalls Can-Am Side-By-Side Vehicles Due to Fire Hazard

This recall involves 2011, 2012 and early 2013 model gas-powered Can-Am Commander side-by-side vehicles. The model name is printed on the vehicle's side panel. Models included in the recall are:

Model Year 2011

Model Year 2012

Model Year 2013

(without Front Grill Kit)

Can-Am Commander 800R and 1000

Can-Am Commander XT 800R and 1000

Can-Am Commander X 1000

Can-Am Commander 800R and 1000

Can-Am Commander XT 800R and 1000

Can-Am Commander X 1000

Can-Am Commander Limited 1000

Can-Am Commander 800R and 1000

Can-Am Commander XT 800R and 1000

Can-Am Commander X 1000

Can-Am Commander Limited 1000

Can-Am Commander DPS 800R and 1000

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January 22, 2013 Implus Footcare Recalls Perfect Fitness Resistance Bands Due To Injury Hazard; Sold Exclusively at WalMart

The Perfect Bands are rubber tubes connected through a hole and secured by grommets to cloth sewn into loops. The bands can be used alone or in conjunction with optional handles, which are sold separately. The bands are approximately 40 inches long and are used for exercises described on the product packaging card and in a Workout Chart available on line on the product website. "Perfect Fitness" is printed on a tag on the cloth loop. UPC codes can be found on the package. The recalled bands are: Read more.


January 16, 2013 Powertec Recalls Weight Workbenches Due to Injury Hazard

The recalled workbenches are free-standing and typically used for free weight workouts. They have black, square tube, steel bases with a jet black, vinyl, adjustable bench seat and backrest. “Powertec” is embossed on the backrest pad and printed on a sticker located on the upright or the base frame of the workbench. Model names and numbers included in this recall are listed in the table below. The model name and number are located on the product’s packaging. Read more.


January 15, 2013 KTM North America Recalls Enduro Motorcycles Due to Fuel Leak, Fire and Crash Hazard

The recall includes seven 2013 and one 2012 model off-road and closed-course motorcycle. Model numbers included are: 2013 KTM Motorcycles: 250 XC-F, 250 XCF-W, 350 XC-F, 350 XCF-W, 450 XC-F, 450 XC-W, 500 XC-W and MY 2012 KTM 350 XCF-W. The model number is printed on the rear fender on both sides of the motorcycle just below the tail end of the seat. These two-wheeled motorcycles are black and orange. KTM is printed on the front number plate/headlight mask and on both sides of the shrouds covering the fuel tank. Read more.


January 10, 2013 High-Pressure Scuba Diving Air Hoses Recalled by A-Plus Marine Due to Drowning Hazard

The recalled air hoses are high-pressure scuba air hoses with a black, smooth rubber outer covering. They are about half a centimeter in diameter and 32 or 36 inches long. These hoses connect the regulator to the tank pressure gauge. The phrase "Scuba Diving High Pressure hose I.D. 3/16" (4.76 mm) W.P. 5000 PSI Exceeds SAE 100RT braid with Kevlar fiber from Dupont" is printed in white lettering on the hose's outer covering. The hoses have metal fittings on each end. "CE EN 250 230" is stamped on the female side of the fitting and "12Q1" on the male side. Read more.


January 10, 2013 John Deere Recalls Gator Utility Vehicles Due to Fire Hazard

This recall involves John Deere Gator™ RSX850i Base, Sport and Trail model recreational utility vehicles manufactured between May 2012 and October 2012. They have side-by-side seating for two people and were available in Realtree® Hardwoods™ HD Camo, olive and black, or traditional green and yellow. RSX850i is located on the hood. The serial number is on the rear frame above the receiver hitch. Only utility vehicles with the following serial numbers are included in this recall: Read more.


January 10, 2013 BRP Recalls Can-Am Side-By-Side Vehicles Due to Loss of Steering Control Hazard

This recall includes the following serial numbers of 2011 and 2012 Can-Am Commander side-by-side vehicles. The model name is printed on the vehicle’s side panel. Models included in the recall are: Read more.


January 9, 2013 Polaris Recalls Ranger Recreational Off-Highway Vehicles Due to Loss of Control and Crash Hazard

This recall involves 2013 Polaris Ranger® 400 recreational off-highway vehicles with model number R13RH45AG and VIN numbers between 4XARH45A3D4726305 and 4XARH45A7DE648444. Not all VIN numbers in the range are included in this recall. To see a complete list of recalled VIN numbers visit the firm’s website. “Polaris” is stamped on the front of the vehicle above the front grill. A “400 HO” decal is located on the right and left side of the hood and “Ranger 4x4” is printed on the side of the rear bed box. The vehicles are green and gray in color. The model number is printed in the owner’s manual. Read more.