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Product recall · CPSCNovember 6, 2007Serious
Polaris Industries Inc. Certain Snowmobiles
The notice says to stop using it — see below for what to do.
What’s wrong
The fuel tank filler neck can crack and separate allowing fuel or fuel vapors to leak from the fuel tank. This poses a fire hazard to consumers.
The Recall Registry rates this serious — Fire or burn risk.
What it looks like
Photos help. Identifiers decide. Appearance can vary by color, finish or packaging. Confirm the model number, date code or other identifier in the official notice.
Recall image provided by CPSC
What to do
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled snowmobiles and contact their Polaris snowmobile dealer to schedule a free installation of a new fuel tank assembly. Polaris has directly notified registered consumers who have not already received a repair.
Who to contact: For additional information, contact Polaris at (888) 704-5290 between 9 a.m. and 6 p.m. ET Monday through Friday, or visit the firm's Web site at www.polarisindustries.com
The product
This recall involves certain model year 2004-2007 Polaris snowmobiles. The model number and serial number (VIN) identification decal is located on the right side of the tunnel underneath the seat.
Details
- Units affected
- About 28,000
- Recall date
- November 6, 2007
- Brand
- Polaris Industries Inc., of Medina, Minn.
- Injuries reported
- None reported
- What has been reported
- The firm has received 1,048 reports of the filler neck cracking or leaking. No injuries have been reported.
Polaris dealers nationwide from July 2003 through October 2007 for between $4,100 and $11,600.
The official notice
This recall was issued by the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission. The Recall Registry summarises it — always confirm the details at the source.
Their exact wording: “Polaris Industries Inc. Recalls Certain Snowmobiles Due to Fire Hazard”
Worried about the other things in your house? You can write down what you have and be told if one is recalled — or, if you sell second-hand, check your whole stock at once.
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