CPSC

Model Years 2020 and 2021 Can-AM Defender HD10 side-by- Recalled for Fire Hazard

Recalled 2020 Can-Am Defender HD10 with track kits
Recalled 2020 Can-Am Defender HD10 with track kits

Hazard

The stock CVT air intake can become completely obstructed with snow causing the drive belt to overheat and break, posing a fire hazard.

What You Should Do

Remedy

Consumers should immediately stop using track kits on the recalled vehicles in snow conditions and contact a Can-Am dealer for a free repair. BRP is contacting all known purchasers directly.

Consumer Contact

BRP toll-free at 888-272-9222 from 8 a.m. to 8 p.m. ET Monday through Sunday, online contact form at https://www.brp.com/content/canam-offroad/en_CA/form/contact-us.html or at https://can-am.brp.com/off-road/us/en/ and click on "Owner Zone" and then "Safety Recalls. BRP is contacting all purchasers directly.

Products

Model Years 2020 and 2021 Can-AM Defender HD10 side-by-side vehicles

Injuries & Incidents

Sold At

Can-Am dealers nationwide from February 2019 through July 2021 for between $12,500 and $22,500 for the vehicles and between $4,700 and $4,900 for the track systems sold separately.