Polaris Industries Inc. · Recalled
Polaris Industries Inc. Recalls ATVs Due to Risk of Injury to Riders
A retention bolt can come loose, causing the rear wheels to lock up, which poses a risk of serious injury to the rider.
- Units
- About 11,300
- Reports
- 11
- Injuries
- —
- Deaths
- —
- Price
- $6,900–$7,400
- Remedy
- See notice
Reports, injuries, deaths and price are read out of the notice’s wording by rules, so they can miss unusual phrasing. The official notice is the record.
Affected
The recall involves select 2006-2008 Polaris "Outlaw" ATVs with Independent Rear Suspension (IRS). The affected models are: 2006 OUTLAW 500 "IRS" 2007 OUTLAW 500 "IRS" 2007 OUTLAW 525 "IRS" 2008 OUTLAW 525 "IRS" The model name is printed on decals located on either side of the fuel tank.
The file
- Sold at
- Polaris dealers nationwide from January 2006 through January 2008 for between $6,900 and $7,400.
- Product type
- All Terrain Vehicles (ATVs)
- Made in
- United States
- Recalled by
- Polaris Industries Inc., of Medina, Minn.
Incident log
The firm has received 11 reports of loss of control, including one rider who suffered a strained leg muscle.
What the notice says to do
Consumers should stop using the recalled ATVs immediately, and contact any Polaris ATV dealer to schedule a free repair. Polaris has notified registered consumers directly about this recall.
For further information, contact Polaris toll-free at (888) 704-5290 between 8 a.m. and 5 p.m. CT Monday through Friday, or visit the company's Web site at www.polarisindustries.com
Recall notice published by the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission. This site is independent: always confirm on the official notice before acting.
Notice first dated MAR 04 2008; last revised MAY 23 2014.