Reported Mar 21, 2017
Polaris Recalls Sportsman 850 and 1000 All-Terrain Vehicles Due to Burn and Fire Hazards
Polaris Industries Inc. of Medina, Minn.
High riskUsing this product could cause serious injury, illness or death — stop using it now.What you should do
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled ATVs and contact Polaris to schedule a free repair. Polaris is contacting all known purchasers directly.
Firm contact: Polaris at 800-765-2747 from 7 a.m. to 7 p.m. CT Monday through Friday or online at www.polaris.com and click on "Off-Road Safety Recalls" for more information. In addition, check your vehicle identification number (VIN) on the "Product Safety Recalls" page to see if your vehicle is included in any recalls.
What it looks like
Is this the product you have?
- Sportsman 850 and 1000 all-terrain vehicles (ATVs)
- Amount recalled
- About 19,200
Where it was sold
Sold at Polaris dealers nationwide from May 2014 through March 2017 for between $8,500 and $15,000..
Why it was recalled
Stop using this product now
The right side panel heat shield can melt, posing burn and fire hazards to riders. In addition, in 2015 Sportsman 1000 ATVs, the exhaust springs can stretch and damage the exhaust seal, which can result in exhaust leaks and pose burn and fire hazards.
Using this product could cause serious injury, illness or death — stop using it now.
Reports so far: Polaris has received at least 793 incidents, including reports of warped, melted or burned side panels, 47 fires and four minor burn injuries.
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