Polaris Recalls Timbersled Snow Bike Conversion Kits Due to Crash Hazard (Recall Alert)
Recall 23728 · Feb 23, 2023 · Polaris
780
units affected
780
units affected
Facts
- Recall number
- 23728
- Date
- Feb 23, 2023
- Company
- Polaris
- Units affected
- 780
- Product
- Polaris Timbersled Snow Bike Conversion Kits
- Remedy
- Repair
- Hazard
- Crash risk
The product
This recall involves Model Year 2023 Timbersled ARO and RIOT Pro snow bike conversion kits. The kits are used to convert off road motorcycles or dirt bikes to snow bikes. It includes a front ski and rear track system that replaces the tires on the bike. They were sold in black, blue, orange, red and white colors. Timbersled and the model name are printed on both sides of the unit. The model number and VIN (also referred to as the serial number) are located on a decal on the inside of the right-hand frame rail.
What can happen
The QuickDrive fastener can loosen while operating, leading to brake failure, posing a crash hazard.
The fix
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled snow bike kits and contact a Polaris dealer to schedule a free repair. Polaris is contacting registered owners.
Incidents and where it was sold
- Incidents
- The firm has received seven reports of loose fasteners. No crashes or injuries have been reported.
- Sold at
- Polaris dealers nationwide from January 2022 through December 2022 for about $7,600.
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Questions and answers
What should I do with the recalled polaris timbersled snow bike conversion kits?
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled snow bike kits and contact a Polaris dealer to schedule a free repair. Polaris is contacting registered owners.
What is the hazard?
The QuickDrive fastener can loosen while operating, leading to brake failure, 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.