Polaris Industries Inc. Recalls ATVs Due to Risk of Injury to Riders
Recall 08547 · Mar 4, 2008 · Polaris Industries Inc.
11,300
units affected
11,300
units affected
Facts
- Recall number
- 08547
- Date
- Mar 4, 2008
- Company
- Polaris Industries Inc.
- Units affected
- 11,300
- Product
- Select "Outlaw IRS" ATVs, Model Year 2006-2008
- Product type
- All Terrain Vehicles (ATVs)
- Hazard
- Injury
The product
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.
What can happen
A retention bolt can come loose, causing the rear wheels to lock up, which poses a risk of serious injury to the rider.
The fix
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.
Incidents and where it was sold
- Incidents
- The firm has received 11 reports of loss of control, including one rider who suffered a strained leg muscle.
- Sold at
- Polaris dealers nationwide from January 2006 through January 2008 for between $6,900 and $7,400.
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Questions and answers
What should I do with the recalled select "outlaw irs" atvs, model year 2006-2008?
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.
What is the hazard?
A retention bolt can come loose, causing the rear wheels to lock up, which poses a risk of serious injury to the rider.
A recall means the maker found a safety problem and offers a free fix; it does not mean every unit has the problem. Units affected are as reported by the company. Popular models sell more and so have more recalls and complaints. Official public data; texts are shortened. Contact the company named above for the remedy.