CPSC, Polaris Industries Announce Recall of ATVs
CPSC, Polaris Industries Announce Recall of ATVs
Why was CPSC, Polaris Industries Announce Recall of ATVs recalled?
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.
What should I do if I have this product?
Consumers should contact their Polaris dealer to schedule an appointment for free inspection and repair. 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.
What to do with a recalled product: refunds, receipts, safe disposal and how to report a problem.
Is my product affected?
Compare the item in your hand with every identifier below from the official CPSC record. Only products that match the listed product and identifiers are part of this recall.
- Product
- Predator 500 all-terrain vehicles (ATVs)
- Company
- Polaris Industries Inc., of Medina, Minn.
- Quantity
- 18,500
- Sold at
- Polaris dealers sold these ATVs nationwide, from November 2002 through February 2004, between approximately $6,000 and $6,500.
- Recall date
- September 14, 2004
- Incidents / injuries
- Polaris has received reports of cracked and leaking front brake lines on at least 127 units, with no reported injuries.
- Agency
- CPSC
Product 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.