Recall 13-711, published December 18, 2012
Polaris Industries Snowmobiles
Compare the model on your label, then check any serial numbers, date codes, and exclusions in the notice. A model match alone does not confirm that your unit is included.
Affected model numbers
S13CH8GSLThe model number and serial number can be found on the right hand side of the tunnel below the seat.
Which products are included?
The recall involves 2013 Polaris Pro-RMK 600 and 800 snowmobiles. The snowmobiles come in red, white and black. "Pro-RMK" is on the lower right and left sides of the hood. The engine size and the letters "ES" or the words "Limited Edition" are on the upper right and left sides of the hood. The numbers "155" or "163" are on the rear of the tunnel. "Polaris" appears on the sides of the seat. The model number and serial number can be found on the right hand side of the tunnel below the seat. This recall includes the models listed below: Model Name Model Number 600 PRO RMK 155 S13CG6GSA 800 PRO RMK 163 S13CH8GSA 800 PRO RMK 163 ES S13CH8GSL
Confirm these details on the official CPSC noticeWhy it was recalled
The bolt attaching the front, lower left shock can fail and cause the operator to lose control of the vehicle. This poses a serious hazard of injury or death.
Official remedy
Consumers should immediately stop using the vehicles and contact any Polaris snowmobile dealer to schedule a free repair. Polaris has notified registered consumers directly about this recall.
- Brand
- Polaris Industries
- Recall published
- December 18, 2012
- Category
- Sports & Outdoors
- Units
- About 82
- Sold at / sales period
- Polaris Snowmobile dealers nationwide from August 2012 through October 2012 for between $10,800 and $12,500.
