Migliaccio & Rathod LLP is investigating reports that certain Lynx snowmobiles equipped with 600R E-TEC, 850 E-TEC, and 850 Turbo R E-TEC engines may experience stuck throttles due to a defective engine control module (ECM) mounting component that can interfere with throttle operation.
What Consumers Report
Consumers report:
- Throttles sticking during normal riding.
- Unexpected acceleration.
- Broken or loose ECM mounting hardware.
- Loss of throttle control.
- Close calls involving collisions or rollovers.
- Recall inspections or repairs performed by dealers.
- Significant downtime while awaiting repairs.
Why Consumers Should Be Concerned
Snowmobile riders rely on precise throttle control for safe operation. A defective ECM mounting component that interferes with the throttle may increase the risk of crashes, serious injuries, and expensive repairs while preventing riders from safely operating their snowmobiles.
Potential Claims May Include
- Product defect
- Design defect
- Failure to warn
- Breach of express warranty
- Breach of implied warranty
- Consumer protection violations
Signs You May Be Affected
You may be affected if:
- You own a Lynx snowmobile equipped with a 600R E-TEC, 850 E-TEC, or 850 Turbo R E-TEC engine.
- Your throttle became stuck or failed to return properly.
- Your snowmobile accelerated unexpectedly.
- Your dealer performed recall-related throttle or ECM repairs.
- You experienced a crash, near-miss, or loss of control because of throttle problems.
If you have encountered these issues, we would like to hear from you. Please complete the contact form on this page, send us an email at [email protected], or give us a call at (202) 470-3520.