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Product recall · CPSCApril 13, 2017Worth checking
Polaris Sportsman All-Terrain Vehicles
The notice says to stop using it — see below for what to do.
What’s wrong
The electronic power steering unit can malfunction, posing a crash hazard.
The Recall Registry rates this worth checking — we found nothing in the notice describing a specific injury. A recall covers only the versions, UPCs or date codes it names, so check those against yours.
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 ATVs and contact Polaris to schedule a free repair. Polaris is contacting all known purchasers directly.
Who to contact: Polaris at 800-765-2747 from 7 a.m. to 7 p.m. CT Monday through Friday or online at www.polaris.com and click on "Off-Road Safety Recalls" for more information.
The product
This recall involves model year 2017 Polaris Sportsman 450, 570, 850, 1000 and Scrambler 1000 model ATVs. The recalled ATVs have "Polaris" printed on the front grill and "Sportsman 450," "Sportsman 570," "Sportsman 850," "Sportsman 1000" or "Scrambler 1000" printed on the side of the steering column. The ATVs were sold in several colors. The model number is located on the fuel tank cover. To check for recalled vehicles by VIN, visit www.polaris.com. The following models are included in the recall: Model Year Model Number Model 2017 A17SEE50A1 SPORTSMAN 450 HO EPS SAGE GREEN 2017 A17SEE57A1 SPORTSMAN 570 EPS SAGE GREEN 2017 A17SEE57A7 SPORTSMAN 570 EPS INDY RED 2017 A17SEF57A4 SPORTSMAN 570 EPS UTILITY EDITION 2017 A17SEE57A9 SPORTSMAN 570 EPS PPC 2017 A17SDE57A2 SPORTSMAN TOURING 570 EPS BRIGHT WHITE 2017 A17SHE57AL SPORTSMAN 570 SP STEALTH BLACK 2017 A17SHE57AS SPORTSMAN 570 SP SUNSET RED 2017 A17SHD57AG SPORTSMAN 570 SP MATTE SAGEBRUSH GREEN 2017 A17SJE57AU SPORTSMAN TOURING 570 SP SILVER PEARL 2017 A17SWE57A1 SPORTSMAN X2 570 SAGE GREEN 2017 A17S6E57A1 SPORTSMAN 6X6 570 EPS SAGE GREEN 2017 A17SXE85A9 SPORTSMAN 850 SP PPC 2017 A17SXE85AB SPORTSMAN 850 SP RADAR BLUE 2017 A17SXE85AM SPORTSMAN 850 SP TITANIUM MATTE METALLIC 2017 A17SYE85AS SPORTSMAN TOURING 850 SP SUNSET RED 2017 A17SXE95AL SPORTSMAN XP 1000 STEALTH BLACK 2017 A17SYE95AK SPORTSMAN TOURING XP 1000 BLACK PEARL 2017 A17SVE95AM SCRAMBLER XP 1000 TITANIUM MATTE METALLIC
Details
- Units affected
- About 3,800
- Recall date
- April 13, 2017
- Made or distributed by
- Polaris Industries Inc., of Medina, Minn.
- Injuries reported
- None reported
- What has been reported
- Polaris has received 15 reports of the electronic power steering unit malfunctioning. No injuries have been reported.
Polaris dealers nationwide from September 2016 through March 2017 for between $6,900 and $13,300.
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 Sportsman All-Terrain Vehicles Due to Crash 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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