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Polaris Recalls Timbersled Snow Bike Conversion Kits Due to Crash Hazard (Recall Alert)

Recalled February 23, 2023 · CPSC recall 23728 · Polaris

Recalled Snow Bike Conversion KitRecalled Polaris Model Year 2023 Timbersled ARO ProRecalled Polaris Model Year 2023 Timbersled RIOT ProRecalled Polaris Model Year 2023 Timbersled ARO and RIOT Pro VIN and serial number locatione
Hazard
The QuickDrive fastener can loosen while operating, leading to brake failure, posing a crash hazard.
Remedy
Repair
Units
About 780
Incidents / injuries
The firm has received seven reports of loose fasteners. No crashes or injuries have been reported.

Description

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 to do

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.

Contact

Polaris Industries Inc. at 800-765-2747 from 7 a.m. to 7 p.m. CT Monday through Friday or online at www.polaris.com and click on "Off Road Safety Recalls" at the bottom of the page or www.polaris.com/en-us/off-road-recalls to check if your vehicle identification number (VIN) is included in any recalls.

Product
Polaris Timbersled Snow Bike Conversion Kits
Manufacturer(s)
Polaris Industries Inc., of Medina, Minnesota
Retailers
Polaris dealers nationwide from January 2022 through December 2022 for about $7,600.
Made in
United States

Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission. Official recall notice on cpsc.gov →