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CPSC, Polaris Industries Inc. Announce Recall of RANGER Off-Road Utility Vehicles and Professional Series Utility Task Vehicles ("UTVs")
Recalled August 20, 2002 · CPSC recall 02555 · Polaris
Hazard
The problem with the RANGER vehicles and UTVs involves the swing arm, which is part of the rear suspension. During operation of the vehicle, the pivot bolts of the swing arm can loosen and fall out. If this happens, the swing arm can become partially disconnected from the frame. This can result in the vehicle losing power, because the drivetrain connection to the wheels is no longer maintained. If this were to occur, the loss of power and resulting swing arm disorientation could cause the operator to lose control of the vehicle, resulting in injury to the operator.
Remedy
Consumers should stop using these vehicles immediately and contact their local Polaris dealer to schedule an appointment for a free repair.
Units
About 7,600
Incidents / injuries
Polaris Industries Inc. has received twenty-three reports possibly related to the loose pivot bolt issue. One passenger was injured when she bumped her head on the cab frame.
Description
This recall involves RANGER Off-Road Utility Vehicles and Professional Series Utility Task Vehicles ("UTVs"). The RANGERs and UTVs were manufactured in the USA.
What to do
Consumers should stop using these vehicles immediately and contact their local Polaris dealer to schedule an appointment for a free repair.
Contact
For more information, contact Polaris at (800)-POLARIS between 7 a.m. and 2 a.m. ET Monday through Friday and between 8.a.m. and 12 midnight on weekends. Consumers can visit their website at www.polarisindustries.com
Product
RANGER Off-Road Utility Vehicles and Professional Series Utility Task Vehicles (UTVs)
Manufacturer(s)
Polaris Industries Inc., of Minneapolis, Minn.
Retailers
Polaris dealers sold these vehicles worldwide, from April 2001 through July 2002, for between $6,999 (2x4 model) to $9,949 (6x6 model) depending on the particular model.
Made in
United States
Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission. Official recall notice on cpsc.gov →