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Product recall · CPSCDecember 18, 2012Serious
Polaris Pro-RMK Snowmobiles
The notice says to stop using it — see below for what to do.
What’s wrong
The bolt attaching the front, lower left shock can fail and cause the operator to lose control of the vehicle. This poses a serious hazard of injury or death.
The Recall Registry rates this serious — The agency describes a risk of serious injury or death.
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.
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What to do
Consumers should immediately stop using the vehicles and contact any Polaris snowmobile dealer to schedule a free repair. Polaris has notified registered consumers directly about this recall.
Who to contact: Polaris; toll-free at (888) 704-5290, from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. CT Monday through Friday, or online at www.polaris.com, then select "Company" on the top menu, then select News and Events for more information.
The product
The recall involves 2013 Polaris Pro-RMK 600 and 800 snowmobiles. The snowmobiles come in red, white and black. "Pro-RMK" is on the lower right and left sides of the hood. The engine size and the letters "ES" or the words "Limited Edition" are on the upper right and left sides of the hood. The numbers "155" or "163" are on the rear of the tunnel. "Polaris" appears on the sides of the seat. The model number and serial number can be found on the right hand side of the tunnel below the seat. This recall includes the models listed below: Model Name Model Number 600 PRO RMK 155 S13CG6GSA 800 PRO RMK 163 S13CH8GSA 800 PRO RMK 163 ES S13CH8GSL
Details
- Units affected
- About 82
- Recall date
- December 18, 2012
- Brand
- Polaris Industries Inc., of Medina, Minn.
- Injuries reported
- None reported
- What has been reported
- No incidents or reports have been received.
Polaris Snowmobile dealers nationwide from August 2012 through October 2012 for between $10,800 and $12,500.
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 Recalls Pro-RMK Snowmobiles Due to Injury, Death 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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