CPSC recall 04-535, announced February 12, 2004, covers Polaris Industries Accessory Skis for Polaris snowmobiles (1,700 units). The accessory skis sold for Polaris snowmobiles could break, resulting in injury or death. The notice reports no incidents. Consumers should stop using their snowmobiles immediately if they have installed red accessory skis and bring the skis or snowmobile to their Polaris dealer for replacement. Recall contact: call 1-800-765-2747, 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.
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 recalled skis are the red composite (nonmetallic) skis and were sold as an accessory item for use on Polaris snowmobiles. The part number is inscribed on the tail of the snowmobile ski. The part numbers of the skis are: Part Number Affected Part Number Stamped on Ski Replacement Black Ski (sold individually) 2872291-293 2872291-243 2872291-239 2872291-256 2872492-293 (RMK LH) 2872491-293 (RMK-RH) 1820610-243 1820610-293 5433175 5433175 5433175 5433175 5433260 5433273 5433175 5433175 2872291-070 2872291-070 2872291-070 2872291-070 2872492-070 2872491-070 2872291-070 2872291-070
Confirm these details on the official CPSC noticeWhy it was recalled
The accessory skis sold for Polaris snowmobiles could break, resulting in injury or death.
Incidents and injuries
None reported.
Official remedy
Consumers should stop using their snowmobiles immediately if they have installed red accessory skis and bring the skis or snowmobile to their Polaris dealer for replacement.
Product and sales details
- Brand
- Polaris Industries
- Manufacturer
- Polaris Industries Inc., of Medina, Minn.
- Product type
- Off-road recreational vehicles
- Recall number
- 04-535
- Units
- 1,700
- Manufactured in
- United States
- Sold at / sales period
- Polaris dealerships worldwide, from November 2001 through December 15, 2003, for between $78 and $125 per ski.
Accessory Skis for Polaris snowmobiles
CPSC product type: Snowmobiles
Recall contact information
If consumers are unsure if their snowmobile is affected or have additional questions, contact Polaris at 1-800-Polaris (1-800-765-2747) between 8 a.m. and 12 midnight ET daily or go to the firm's website at www.polarisindustries.com. Consumers should have available the part number when they call.
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