Polaris Recalls RZR Recreational Off-Highway Vehicles Due to Fire Hazard (Recall Alert)
This recall was issued October 6, 2015.
- Posted
- October 6, 2015
- Recall Number
- 16702
- Quantity
- About 53,000 vehicles
- Official Source
- View on CPSC website ↗
Reason for Recall
The vehicles' fuel tank vent line can be misrouted, causing it to become pinched. This can cause the fuel tank to pressurize and leak fuel, posing a fire hazard.
Action Taken
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled vehicles and contact their local Polaris dealer to schedule a free repair. Polaris is contacting its customers directly and sending a recall letter to each registered owner.
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Incidents & Injuries
Polaris has received four reports of RZR 900s with fuel leaks and two reports of the vehicles catching on fire, one of which included a minor burn injury to a consumer. The company received 25 reports of RZR 1000s with fuel leaks. No injuries reported for RZR 1000s.