Polaris Recalls Snowmobiles Due to Loss of Control Hazard
Recall 09748 · Jul 1, 2009 · Polaris
800
units affected
800
units affected
Facts
- Recall number
- 09748
- Date
- Jul 1, 2009
- Company
- Polaris
- Units affected
- 800
- Product
- 2009 Polaris Assault model Snowmobiles
- Product type
- Snowmobiles
- Hazard
- Crash risk
The product
This recall involves 2009 Polaris 800 Assault RMK 146 snowmobiles model numbers S09PL8EE and S09PL8ES. "Assault 800" is printed on the snowmobile's hood. "Polaris" is written on the seat. The model number is located on the right side of the tunnel below the seat. The snowmobiles are red and black.
What can happen
Bolts on the rear suspension can break causing the rail tip to become dislodged and interfere with the snowmobile's track. This can cause the track to lock up and the rider to lose control of the snowmobile, posing a risk of injury.
The fix
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled snowmobiles and contact any Polaris snowmobile 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 reports of eight incidents in which the rail tip bolts broke, two of which resulted in the rider being ejected from the snowmobile. No injuries have been reported.
- Sold at
- Polaris dealers nationwide from September 2008 through June 2009 for about $10,600.
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Questions and answers
What should I do with the recalled 2009 polaris assault model snowmobiles?
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled snowmobiles and contact any Polaris snowmobile dealer to schedule a free repair. Polaris has notified registered consumers directly about this recall.
What is the hazard?
Bolts on the rear suspension can break causing the rail tip to become dislodged and interfere with the snowmobile's track. This can cause the track to lock up and the rider to lose control of the snowmobile, posing a risk of injury.
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.