Polaris Recalls Ranger Recreational Off-Highway Vehicles Due to Fire and Burn Hazards
CPSC recall 16264 · announced September 15, 2016 · Polaris Industries · 42,500 units affected
The product
This recall involves all model year 2014 Polaris Ranger XP 900, XP 900 EPS, and CREW 900 recreational off-highway vehicles (ROVs). The recalled ROVs were sold in a variety of colors and have either three or six seats and a rear box. "Ranger" is printed on the rear box, and "900" is printed on the hood of the ROVs. All 2014 Ranger 900 models and Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) are included in this recall. To check for recalled vehicles by VIN, visit www.polaris.com.
The hazard
The heat shield can fall off the vehicle, posing fire and burn hazards to riders.
What to do (per CPSC)
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled ROVs and contact Polaris to schedule a free repair. Polaris is contacting all known purchasers directly. Remedy type: Repair
Notes
Incidents (per CPSC): Polaris has received 36 reports of the recalled ROVs overheating and catching on fire, including reports of three minor burns and one sprained wrist.
Sold at: Polaris dealers nationwide from April 2013 through June 2014 for between $13,200 and $16,200.
Consumer contact: Polaris at 800-765-2747 from 7 a.m. to 7 p.m. CT Monday and Friday, or online at www.polaris.com and click on "Off Road Safety Recalls" at the bottom of the page for more information.
Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission public recall data. This page reports official records and is not legal, medical, or repair advice.