CPSCGeneral Alert
Polaris Industries Inc. Recalls ATVs Due to Risk of Injury to Riders
Published: March 4, 2008Recall ID: 08547Category: generalCountry: US
Reason for Recall / Hazard
A retention bolt can come loose, causing the rear wheels to lock up, which poses a risk of serious injury to the rider.
Product Description & Identification
The recall involves select 2006-2008 Polaris "Outlaw" ATVs with Independent Rear Suspension (IRS). The affected models are: 2006 OUTLAW 500 "IRS" 2007 OUTLAW 500 "IRS" 2007 OUTLAW 525 "IRS" 2008 OUTLAW 525 "IRS" The model name is printed on decals located on either side of the fuel tank.
Affected Products
Select "Outlaw IRS" ATVs, Model Year 2006-2008
Additional Source Details
| Field | Value |
|---|---|
| U R L | https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2008/Polaris-Industries-Inc-Recalls-ATVs-Due-to-Risk-of-Injury-to-Riders |
| Title | Polaris Industries Inc. Recalls ATVs Due to Risk of Injury to Riders |
| Images › U R L | https://www.cpsc.gov/~/link/0b4646aa620148d39fa8e07821e3fd71.jpg |
| Images › Caption | Recalled ATVs |
| Hazards › Name | A retention bolt can come loose, causing the rear wheels to lock up, which poses a risk of serious injury to the rider. |
| Injuries › Name | The firm has received 11 reports of loss of control, including one rider who suffered a strained leg muscle. |
| Products › Name | Select "Outlaw IRS" ATVs, Model Year 2006-2008 |
| Products › Type | All Terrain Vehicles (ATVs) |
| Products › Category I D | 1817 |
| Products › Number Of Units | About 11,300 |
| Recall I D | 4569 |
| Remedies › Name | Consumers should stop using the recalled ATVs immediately, and contact any Polaris ATV dealer to schedule a free repair. Polaris has notified registered consumers directly about this recall. |
| Retailers › Name | Polaris dealers nationwide from January 2006 through January 2008 for between $6,900 and $7,400. |
| Recall Date | 2008-03-04T00:00:00 |
| Description | The recall involves select 2006-2008 Polaris "Outlaw" ATVs with Independent Rear Suspension (IRS). The affected models are: 2006 OUTLAW 500 "IRS" 2007 OUTLAW 500 "IRS" 2007 OUTLAW 525 "IRS" 2008 OUTLAW 525 "IRS" The model name is printed on decals located on either side of the fuel tank. |
| Recall Number | 08547 |
| Manufacturers › Name | Polaris Industries Inc., of Medina, Minn. |
| Consumer Contact | For further information, contact Polaris toll-free at (888) 704-5290 between 8 a.m. and 5 p.m. CT Monday through Friday, or visit the company's Web site at www.polarisindustries.com |
| Last Publish Date | 2014-05-23T00:00:00 |
| Manufacturer Countries › Country | United States |