Snowmobiles
Fire Motor vehicles Serious risk
| Alert Number | 1518/08 |
| Brand | Ski-doo |
| Category | Motor vehicles |
| Risk Type | Fire |
| Notifying Country | Sweden |
| Country of Origin | Finland |
| Model Number | - Expedition TUV V800, MY 2007 and 2008 - Scandic SWT V-800, MY 2007 and 2008 |
| Published | 26 December 2008 |
Risk Description
The product poses a risk of fire because friction between the fuel hose and the cylinder head cover can cause the hose to pierce. This could cause fuel to leak out, posing a fire hazard. Four incidents reported.
Measures Taken
Type of economic operator taking notified measure(s): OtherCategory of measure(s): Voluntary corrective actions taken by the manufacturer.Date of entry into force: Unknown
Product Description
Ski-doo Snowmobile Expedition TUV V800 and Skandic SWT V-800 Model year 2007 and 2008. The model name is located on the side panels. The snowmobiles are sold in deep red/black or yellow/black colours.