CPSCGeneral Alert
CPSC, Polaris Industries Announce Recall of ATVs
Published: September 14, 2004Recall ID: 04580Category: generalCountry: US
Reason for Recall / Hazard
The front brake lines can crack and leak brake fluid, possibly resulting in loss of braking capability. This could result in severe injury or death.
Product Description & Identification
The recall includes "Predator 500" ATVs from model years 2003 and 2004 with these model numbers: A03GJ50AA, A03GJ50AB, A03GJ50AS, A03GJ50CA, A04GJ50AA, A04GJ50AB, A04GJ50AC, and A04GJ50AD. The model number is on the lower left frame tube ahead of the engine. "Predator" is prominently displayed on the right and left side of the front cab covering the fuel tank. The ATVs have red, blue, gray or black front and rear cabs.
Affected Products
Predator 500 all-terrain vehicles (ATVs)
Additional Source Details
| Field | Value |
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| U R L | https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2004/CPSC-Polaris-Industries-Announce-Recall-of-ATVs |
| Title | CPSC, Polaris Industries Announce Recall of ATVs |
| Images › 1 › U R L | https://www.cpsc.gov/s3fs-public/Predator-500-ATV-1.jpg |
| Images › 1 › Caption | Recalled "Predator 500" ATV |
| Images › 2 › U R L | https://www.cpsc.gov/s3fs-public/Predator-500-ATV-2.jpg |
| Images › 2 › Caption | Recalled "Predator 500" ATV |
| Images › 3 › U R L | https://www.cpsc.gov/s3fs-public/Predator-500-ATV-3.jpg |
| Images › 3 › Caption | Recalled "Predator 500" ATV |
| Images › 4 › U R L | https://www.cpsc.gov/s3fs-public/Predator-500-ATV-4.jpg |
| Images › 4 › Caption | Recalled "Predator 500" ATV |
| Hazards › Name | The front brake lines can crack and leak brake fluid, possibly resulting in loss of braking capability. This could result in severe injury or death. |
| Injuries › Name | Polaris has received reports of cracked and leaking front brake lines on at least 127 units, with no reported injuries. |
| Products › Name | Predator 500 all-terrain vehicles (ATVs) |
| Products › Type | All Terrain Vehicles (ATVs) |
| Products › Category I D | 1817 |
| Products › Number Of Units | 18,500 |
| Recall I D | 2779 |
| Remedies › Name | Consumers should contact their Polaris dealer to schedule an appointment for free inspection and repair. |
| Retailers › Name | Polaris dealers sold these ATVs nationwide, from November 2002 through February 2004, between approximately $6,000 and $6,500. |
| Recall Date | 2004-09-14T00:00:00 |
| Description | The recall includes "Predator 500" ATVs from model years 2003 and 2004 with these model numbers: A03GJ50AA, A03GJ50AB, A03GJ50AS, A03GJ50CA, A04GJ50AA, A04GJ50AB, A04GJ50AC, and A04GJ50AD. The model number is on the lower left frame tube ahead of the engine. "Predator" is prominently displayed on the right and left side of the front cab covering the fuel tank. The ATVs have red, blue, gray or black front and rear cabs. |
| Recall Number | 04580 |
| Manufacturers › Name | Polaris Industries Inc., of Medina, Minn. |
| Consumer Contact | For more information, call Polaris toll-free at (800) POLARIS (765-2747) between 8 a.m. and 12 midnight (ET) seven days a week, or log on to their website at www.polarisindustries.com. Polaris notified consumers directly about this recall. |
| Last Publish Date | 2025-04-23T00:00:00 |
| Manufacturer Countries › Country | United States |