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Polaris Recalls Ranger Recreational Off-Highway Vehicles Due to Loss of Control ...

Published: January 9, 2013Recall ID: 13716Category: generalCountry: US

Reason for Recall / Hazard

The recreational vehicle's throttle can fail to operate properly, which can cause the vehicle's rider to lose control, posing a crash hazard.

Product Description & Identification

This recall involves 2013 Polaris Ranger® 400 recreational off-highway vehicles with model number R13RH45AG and VIN numbers between 4XARH45A3D4726305 and 4XARH45A7DE648444. Not all VIN numbers in the range are included in this recall. To see a complete list of recalled VIN numbers visit the firm's website. "Polaris" is stamped on the front of the vehicle above the front grill. A "400 HO" decal is located on the right and left side of the hood and "Ranger 4x4" is printed on the side of the rear bed box. The vehicles are green and gray in color. The model number is printed in the owner's manual.

Affected Products

2013 Polaris Ranger® 400 recreational off-highway vehicles

Additional Source Details

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U R Lhttps://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2013/Polaris-Recalls-Ranger-Recreational-Off-Highway-Vehicles-Due-to-Loss-of-Control-and-Crash-Hazard
TitlePolaris Recalls Ranger Recreational Off-Highway Vehicles Due to Loss of Control and Crash Hazard
Images › U R Lhttps://www.cpsc.gov/s3fs-public/PageFiles.137873.Polaris%2520Ranger%2520ROV%2520LARGE.jpg
Images › CaptionPolaris recreational off-highway vehicle
Hazards › NameThe recreational vehicle's throttle can fail to operate properly, which can cause the vehicle's rider to lose control, posing a crash hazard.
Injuries › NameNone reported
Products › Name2013 Polaris Ranger® 400 recreational off-highway vehicles
Products › TypeRecreational Off-Road Vehicles (ROV)
Products › Category I D68357
Products › Number Of UnitsAbout 327
Recall I D1488
Remedies › NameConsumers should immediately stop using the recalled Polaris Ranger vehicles and contact Polaris to schedule a free repair. Polaris is contacting its customers directly.
Retailers › NamePolaris dealers nationwide from July 2012 through September 2012 for about $8,300.
Recall Date2013-01-09T00:00:00
DescriptionThis recall involves 2013 Polaris Ranger® 400 recreational off-highway vehicles with model number R13RH45AG and VIN numbers between 4XARH45A3D4726305 and 4XARH45A7DE648444. Not all VIN numbers in the range are included in this recall. To see a complete list of recalled VIN numbers visit the firm's website. "Polaris" is stamped on the front of the vehicle above the front grill. A "400 HO" decal is located on the right and left side of the hood and "Ranger 4x4" is printed on the side of the rear bed box. The vehicles are green and gray in color. The model number is printed in the owner's manual.
Recall Number13716
Manufacturers › NamePolaris Industries Inc., of Medina, Minn.
Remedy Options › OptionRepair
Consumer ContactPolaris; toll-free at (888) 704-5290, from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. CT Monday through Friday, or online at www.polarisindustries.com and click on Help Center under the Services and Support tab, then Common Rider Questions, then Service bulletins/recalls to check your VIN number.
Last Publish Date2015-01-13T00:00:00
Manufacturer Countries › 1 › CountryUnited States
Manufacturer Countries › 2 › CountryMexico

Overview

  • Recalling FirmPolaris Industries Inc., of Medina, Minn.
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