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Product recall · CPSCJune 19, 2013Serious
Polaris Ranger Off-Highway Vehicles
The notice says to stop using it — see below for what to do.
What’s wrong
The firewall behind the driver and passenger seats can overheat and melt, posing a burn 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 vehicles and contact Polaris to schedule a free repair. Polaris is contacting its known customers directly.
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.polarisindustries.com and click on Help Center under the Services and Support tab, then Common Rider Questions, then Service bulletins/recalls for more information.
The product
This recall involves 2011 model Polaris Ranger RZR XP 900 recreational off-highway vehicles. The machines are either white or red and have a "RZR XP" decal on the right and left rear side panels. The right and left of the hood have "Dual Overhead Cam" decals. There are also "900 EFI" decals on the front right and left of the machine.
Details
- Units affected
- About 4,500
- Recall date
- June 19, 2013
- Brand
- Polaris Industries Inc., of Medina, Minn.
- Injuries reported
- Yes
- What has been reported
- The firm has received one report of an incident involving a consumer who received burn injuries to a finger.
Polaris dealers nationwide from May 2012 through February 2013 for between $16,000 and $16,600.
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 Recalls Ranger Off-Highway Vehicles Due to Burn Hazard (Recall Alert)”
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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