My local dealer tells me that BRP has issued a service bulletin (others on this site have stated they received a recall notice) that the DS rear main axle bearings are siezing due to lack of grease. Unfortunatly, I reveived this notice too late. While riding about 10 miles from camp cruizing about 40mph the rear wheels just locked up like I slammed the brakes on. This was a major pain in the butt since it could not be towed. Had to ride double back to camp to get the truck. Ever load the DS into a pickup without ramps? Man that pig was heavy.

Just wanted to warn everyone.

 

I just received my recall letter yesterday in the mail. I set up a appointment to get my bike in this thursday. That just sucks.

 

It just so happens that my neighbor owns the local dealership. He offered to take my bike in for me saving me the trip. Now thats service!

 

By the way, what years were recalled?

 

Found this at consumeraffairs.com

Bombardier DS650 ATVs





March 29, 2005
Bombardier Recreational Products Inc. is recalling model year 2004 and 2005 DS650 ATVs because of a problem with the axle.

The rear axle bearings may have not been sufficiently greased. This may cause a breaking of the bearing which could make the ATV unstable. The operator could lose control of the vehicle which could cause injury to the operator.

Bombardier has received one report of the rear axle bearing breaking leading to a loss of control. No injuries have been reported.

Model year 2004 and 2005 Bombardier DS650 ATVs under model numbers 0003A5A00, 0003A5B00, 0003B5A00, 0003B5B00, 000799700, 000799500, 000771900, and 000771700 are part of this recall. The ATV model number identification decal is located on the right side of the frame, in front of the engine.

Bombardier dealers sold these ATVs nationwide from March 2004 through March 2005 for between $5,999 and $6,999.

Contact your Bombardier dealer to schedule an appointment to grease the rear axle bearings. Bombardier has notified consumers directly about this recall.

Consumer Contact: Call Bombardier at (888) 864-2002 between 8 a.m. and 6 p.m. ET everyday.

The recall is being conducted in cooperation with the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC).

 

I obviously wouldn't receive a notice because I purchased mine used from an out of state dealer. Does it make any difference when tasking it in if you are not the original owner?

 

In answer to your question....You should be able to take your DS in and checked out. Does not matter who owns the quad..As long as if falls in the serial #'s that are in question. Better to be safe than sorry........ [img]i/expressions/face-icon-small-cool.gif[/img]