May 22, 2006

Dear Johnson® Registered Owner:

This notice is sent to you in accordance with the requirements of the Federal Boat Safety Act and other applicable laws and regulations.

You have received this notice because you recently purchased a Johnson outboard motor affected by this recall. This is a NEW safety campaign. Your Johnson outboard requires an inspection, even if you have recently had an ECM replaced in the last 24 months.

What is the reason for this notice?

BRP US Inc. in the United States and Bombardier Recreational Products Inc. in Canada (collectively “BRP”) are conducting a voluntary safety recall of 2004, 2005, and 2006 model year Johnson outboards. Our records indicate that you are the owner of an affected product distributed by BRP.

What is the problem?

Hard starting can lead to fuel accumulation in the intake port area of outboard. This condition along with a misfire during starting can result in a severe backfire which damages the engine’s collector assembly (air intake). If collector assembly breaks, the engine cover can come off unexpectedly, possibly causing serious personal injury. Engine may not start or run if collector assembly is damaged.

What should you do?

For your safety, please do not attempt to start or use this product until an authorized Evinrude/Johnson dealer has completed the necessary repair. Call an authorized Evinrude/Johnson dealer and make an appointment to have the ECM inspected and replaced, if necessary. This work will be performed at no charge to you for parts and labor. Transportation of the boat to the dealer and related hauling expenses are the responsibility of the owners.

What to do if you feel this notice is in error.

This notice was mailed to you according to the most current information we have available. Your Johnson outboard(s) must have this ECM replaced. If you no longer own your Johnson outboard, kindly complete and return the enclosed postage-paid reply card, so we may update our records and contact the current owner about this important safety recall.

Need assistance locating an authorized dealer?

To contact the nearest authorized Evinrude/Johnson dealer, visit www.evinrude.com, www.johnson.com, or you can contact us via phone at 847-689-7090.

This notice applies to all current owners of the affected Johnson outboards. Accordingly, if you have sold your outboard, please notify the purchaser of this recall.

We apologize for any inconvenience that this recall may cause you.

BRP US Inc.
250 Sea Horse Drive
Waukegan, IL 60085
Telephone (847) 689-7090
Fax (847) 689-6902
www.brp.com

 See Safety Recall Notice