CPSC recall 00-159, announced August 9, 2000, covers Polaris Industries Scrambler, Sport, and Xplorer 400 ATVs (about 13,600 units). The throttles on these ATVs can stick, preventing the ATV from slowing down when released. The notice cites 26 incident reports and 6 injuries. Consumers should stop using these ATVs immediately. Recall contact: go to www.polarisindustries.com/askPolaris/warranty/warrantyRecalls.asp?article=00ATVRECA2692&area=.
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.
The CPSC data does not provide a discrete model-number list for this record. Compare the product description and identification details on the official notice.
Which products are included?
The recall includes some model year 1999 Scrambler, Sport, and Xplorer 400 ATVs, and some model year 2000 Scrambler and Xplorer 400 ATVs. "Polaris" and the model name are written on both sides of the ATVs. Polaris dealers will help consumers determine if their ATV is part of this recall.
Confirm these details on the official CPSC noticeWhy it was recalled
The throttles on these ATVs can stick, preventing the ATV from slowing down when released. This can cause the vehicle to lose control and crash, resulting in severe injury or death.
Incidents and injuries
Polaris has received 26 reports of problems with the throttles on these ATVs. There have been 17 reports of crashes, resulting in six consumers suffering injuries.
Official remedy
Consumers should stop using these ATVs immediately. Registered owners of the recalled Polaris ATVs were notified by mail about the recall, and also will be contacted by their dealer to schedule a free ATV repair. Consumers should contact their local ATV dealer to get more information about the recall.
Product and sales details
- Brand
- Polaris Industries
- Manufacturer
- Polaris Industries Inc., of Minneapolis, Minn.
- Product type
- Off-road recreational vehicles
- Recall number
- 00-159
- Units
- About 13,600
- Sold at / sales period
- Polaris ATV dealers nationwide sold these ATVs, from December 1998 through July 2000 ,for between $4,800 and $5,900.
Scrambler, Sport, and Xplorer 400 ATVs
CPSC product type: All Terrain Vehicles (ATVs)
Recall contact information
To locate their local dealer, consumers should call Polaris at (800) POLARIS between 7 a.m. and 2 a.m. ET Monday through Friday, and between 8 a.m. and 12 a.m. ET Saturday and Sunday. Or, go to www.polarisindustries.com/askPolaris/warranty/warrantyRecalls.asp?article=00ATVRECA2692&area= to access the company's website.
Verify phone numbers, hours, and websites on the current CPSC notice before contacting the firm.
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