Polaris Recalls Ranger Off-Highway Vehicles Due to Burn Hazard (Recall Alert)
Burn
The hazard
The firewall behind the driver and passenger seats can overheat and melt, posing a burn hazard to consumers.
Incidents reported: The firm has received one report of an incident involving a consumer who received burn injuries to a finger.
What to do now
Consumers should immediately stop using the vehicles and contact Polaris to schedule a free repair. Polaris is contacting its known customers directly.
Contact: Polaris; 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 for more information.
About this recall
This recall involves 2011 model Polaris Ranger RZR XP 900 recreational off-highway vehicles. The machines are either white or red and have a "RZR XP" decal on the right and left rear side panels. The right and left of the hood have "Dual Overhead Cam" decals. There are also "900 EFI" decals on the front right and left of the machine.
Product photos
Photos: U.S. CPSC