Polaris Recalls Certain Ranger Utility Vehicles Due to Fire and Burn Hazards
CPSC recall 08521 · announced December 6, 2007 · Polaris Industries · 330 units affected
The product
Model Year 2008 Polaris Ranger RZR 800 EFI utility vehicles with model number R08VH76AD (red), and model number R08VH76AG (green) are included in this recall. They were manufactured between August 21, 2007 and October 3, 2007. The model number decal is located under the passenger seat.
The hazard
The utility vehicle's fuel tank can leak, posing fire and burn hazards to consumers.
What to do (per CPSC)
Consumers should stop using the recalled utility vehicles immediately and contact their local Polaris dealer to arrange for a fuel tank inspection free of charge and, if necessary, a free repair.
Notes
Incidents (per CPSC): The firm has received four reports of the fuel tank leaking. No injuries have been reported.
Sold at: Polaris dealers nationwide from August 2007 through November 2007 for about $10,300.
Consumer contact: For additional information, contact Polaris at (888) 704-5290 between 8 a.m. and 6 p.m. CT every day, or visit the firm's Web site at www.polarisindustries.com
Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission public recall data. This page reports official records and is not legal, medical, or repair advice.