Polaris Recalls Scrambler All-Terrain Vehicles Due to Crash Hazard
Recall 17203 · Aug 8, 2017 · Polaris
2,800
units affected
2,800
units affected
Facts
- Recall number
- 17203
- Date
- Aug 8, 2017
- Company
- Polaris
- Units affected
- 2,800
- Product
- Polaris Scrambler all-terrain vehicle (ATVs)
- Remedy
- Repair
- Hazard
- Crash risk
The product
This recall involves all model year 2014 through 2017 Scrambler XP 1000 all-terrain vehicles. "Polaris" is stamped on the front grill and rear panel, and "Scrambler XP" on the center panel. The ATVs were sold in black, lime, red and white. Model numbers A14GH9EAW, A15SVE95AW, A16SVE95AM, A16SVE95AA and A17SVE95AM are included on this recall. The model number is located on the fuel tank cover. To check for recalled vehicles by vehicle identification number (VIN) visit www.polaris.com
What can happen
The throttle release switch can fail, posing a crash hazard.
The fix
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled ATVs and contact Polaris to schedule a free repair.
Incidents and where it was sold
- Incidents
- Polaris has received nine reports of the throttle release switch failing, including two minor injuries.
- Sold at
- Polaris dealers nationwide from April 2013 through June 2017 for about $13,300.
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Questions and answers
What should I do with the recalled polaris scrambler all-terrain vehicle (atvs)?
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled ATVs and contact Polaris to schedule a free repair.
What is the hazard?
The throttle release switch can fail, posing a crash hazard.
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.