Polaris Recalls RZR XP 4 Turbo Recreational Off-Highway Vehicles Due to Fire Hazard (Recall Alert)
CPSC recall 18708 · announced December 21, 2017 · Polaris Industries · 560 units affected
The product
This recall involves Polaris model year 2018 RZR XP 4 Turbo recreational off-highway vehicle (ROVs) with seating for four. "POLARIS" is printed on the front grill, "DOHC TURBO" and "EPS" on the front fenders, "POLARIS RZR XP" on the rear fenders, "POLARIS" along the bottom edge of the passenger compartment, and "POLARIS" on the rear light assembly. The VIN is printed on the right rear frame of the vehicle. Polaris Model Year 2018 RZR Model Year Model Number Model 2018 Z18VFE92BB RZR XP 4 TURBO EPS 168 VELOCITY BLUE 2018 Z18VFE92BS RZR XP 4 TURBO EPS 168 MATTE SUNSET RED 2018 Z18VFE92BU RZR XP 4 TURBO EPS 168 GHOST GRAY
The hazard
The return fuel line can be improperly secured which can cause fuel to leak, posing a fire hazard.
What to do (per CPSC)
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled ROVs and contact a Polaris dealer for a free inspection and repair. Polaris is contacting all known purchasers directly. Remedy type: Repair
Notes
Incidents (per CPSC): Polaris has received one report of a fire resulting from an improperly installed return fuel line. No injuries have been reported.
Sold at: Polaris dealers nationwide from September 2017 through October 2017 for between $22,500 and $25,500.
Consumer contact: Polaris at 800-765-2747 from 7 a.m. to 7 p.m. CT Monday through Friday or online at www.polaris.com and click on “Off Road Safety Recalls” for more information. In addition, consumers can check vehicle identification numbers (VIN) on the “Product Safety Recalls” page to see if their vehicle is included in any recalls. Any consumer who has had this repair done should check their VIN on the “Product Safety Recalls” page to confirm their vehicle’s repair status.
Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission public recall data. This page reports official records and is not legal, medical, or repair advice.