CPSC2009-07-22
Polaris Industries Recalls ATVs Due to Fire Hazard
Polaris Industries Inc., of Medina, Minn.
Hazard
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.
Remedy
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.
Sold at
Polaris dealers nationwide from September 2008 through June 2009 for about $9000.
Affected count
About 4,700
Injuries 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.
Manufactured in
United States
Products
2009 Model Year Polaris All-Terrain Vehicles (ATVs)
Consumer 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
Official notice
https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2009/Polaris-Industries-Recalls-ATVs-Due-to-Fire-HazardDon't want to check this manually?
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