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Product recall · CPSCJuly 22, 2009Serious
Polaris Industries ATVs
The notice says to stop using it — see below for what to do.
What’s wrong
The valve assembly can fail in freezing temperatures, causing oil to leak into the exhaust system. This could pose a fire and burn hazard to the rider.
The Recall Registry rates this serious — Fire or burn risk.
What it looks like
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What to do
Consumers should immediately stop using the ATV in sub-freezing temperatures and contact their local Polaris dealer to schedule a free repair. Registered owners have received direct mail notification of this recall if they are likely to experience consistently sub-freezing temperatures.
Who to contact: For additional information, contact Polaris toll-free at (888) 704-5290 between 8 a.m. and 5 p.m. CT Monday through Friday, or visit the firm's Web site at www.polarisindustries.com
The product
This recall involves the Polaris ATVs with model year 2009. The ATVs were sold under market names Sportsman ESP XP 850 and Sportsman XP 850 ATVs. The model and serial number identification decal is located on the left side of the machine on the frame rail below the front fender. The following models are being recalled: Market Name Model Number Sportsman ESP XP 850 A09ZX85AG Sportsman XP 850 A09ZN85AL Sportsman ESP XP 850 A09ZX85AL Sportsman XP 850 A09ZN85AQ Sportsman ESP XP 850 A09ZX85AQ Sportsman XP 850 A09ZN85AS Sportsman ESP XP 850 A09ZX85AR Sportsman XP 850 A09ZN85AT Sportsman ESP XP 850 A09ZX85AS Sportsman XP 850 A09ZN85AX Sportsman ESP XP 850 A09ZX85AX Sportsman XP 850 A09ZN8XAL Sportsman ESP XP 850 A09ZX8XAG Sportsman XP 850 A09ZN8XAQ Sportsman ESP XP 850 A09ZX8XAL Sportsman XP 850 A09ZN8XAS Sportsman ESP XP 850 A09ZX8XAQ Sportsman XP 850 A09ZN8XAX Sportsman ESP XP 850 A09ZX8XAR Sportsman ESP XP 850 A09ZX8XAS Sportsman ESP XP 850 A09ZX8XAX
Details
- Units affected
- About 4,700
- Recall date
- July 22, 2009
- Brand
- Polaris Industries Inc., of Medina, Minn.
- What has been reported
- The firm has received six reports of the valve assembly failing in freezing temperatures, resulting in three small fires. Minor fire damage to air boxes, ignition coils and the seat were reported.
Polaris dealers nationwide from September 2008 through June 2009 for about $9000.
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 Recalls ATVs Due to Fire Hazard”
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