Polaris · Recalled
Polaris Recalls Snowmobiles Due to Loss of Control Hazard
Bolts on the rear suspension can break causing the rail tip to become dislodged and interfere with the snowmobile's track. This can cause the track to lock up and the rider to lose control of the snowmobile, posing a risk of injury.
- Units
- About 800
- Reports
- 8
- Injuries
- —
- Deaths
- 0
- Price
- $10,600
- Remedy
- See notice
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Affected
This recall involves 2009 Polaris 800 Assault RMK 146 snowmobiles model numbers S09PL8EE and S09PL8ES. "Assault 800" is printed on the snowmobile's hood. "Polaris" is written on the seat. The model number is located on the right side of the tunnel below the seat. The snowmobiles are red and black.
The file
- Sold at
- Polaris dealers nationwide from September 2008 through June 2009 for about $10,600.
- Product type
- Snowmobiles
- Made in
- United States
- Recalled by
- Polaris Industries Inc., of Medina, Minn.
Incident log
The firm has received reports of eight incidents in which the rail tip bolts broke, two of which resulted in the rider being ejected from the snowmobile. No injuries have been reported.
What the notice says to do
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled snowmobiles and contact any Polaris snowmobile dealer to schedule a free repair. Polaris has notified registered consumers directly about this recall.
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
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 JUL 01 2009; last revised MAY 23 2014.