CPSC recall 02-044, announced November 20, 2001, covers Polaris Industries 2000, 2001 and 2002 Polaris "Xpedition 425" All-Terrain Vehicles (ATVs) (about 12,000 units). Screws in the ATV's manual transmission can loosen, causing the rear wheels to lock. The notice cites 7 incident reports and 3 injuries. Consumers should stop using these ATVs immediately and contact their local Polaris dealer to schedule a free repair. Recall contact: call (800) 765-2747, or go to www.polarisindustries.com.
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
Check the product label for these CPSC-listed model numbers: 5-SPEED.
Which products are included?
The recalled ATVs are the 2000, 2001 and 2002 model year "Xpedition 425" with 5-speed manual transmissions. The ATVs are either red or a tan metallic, and have "Xpedition 425" and "Polaris" written on both sides of the bodywork. On the left-hand side of the ATV on the clutch cover, near the footrest, appear the words "5-Speed".
Confirm these details on the official CPSC noticeWhy it was recalled
Screws in the ATV's manual transmission can loosen, causing the rear wheels to lock. This can cause the driver to lose control of the ATV and crash, possibly resulting in injury or death.
Incidents and injuries
CPSC and Polaris Industries have received reports of seven incidents. Three resulted in injuries, when the transmissions failed on the ATVs. The injuries included multiple broken bones, internal injuries, abrasions and bruises.
Official remedy
Consumers should stop using these ATVs immediately and contact their local Polaris dealer to schedule a free repair.
Product and sales details
- Brand
- Polaris Industries
- Manufacturer
- Polaris Industries Inc., of Medina, Minn.
- Product type
- Off-road recreational vehicles
- Recall number
- 02-044
- Units
- About 12,000
- Manufactured in
- United States
- Sold at / sales period
- Polaris dealers sold these ATVs nationwide, from February 1999 through October 2001, for about $6,300.
2000, 2001 and 2002 Polaris "Xpedition 425" All-Terrain Vehicles (ATVs)
CPSC product type: All Terrain Vehicles (ATVs)
Recall contact information
Consumers can call Polaris Industries toll-free at (800) 765-2747 between 7 a.m. and 2 a.m. ET Monday through Friday and between 8 a.m. and 12 midnight on weekends, or log on to the company's website at www.polarisindustries.com
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