CPSC recall 04-585, announced September 27, 2004, covers Polaris "Sportsman 700 EFI" ATVs (about 12,170 units). The throttle cable may bind when the handlebars are turned full left or full right, resulting in an increase in engine speed and unintended vehicle acceleration. The notice cites 19 incident reports and 2 injuries. Free repair. Recall contact: call (800) 765-2747.
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 model number is on the rear upper frame tube, located directly under the right side of the seat.
Which products are included?
All model year 2004 "Sportsman 700 EFI" ATVs with model numbers A04CH68CU, A04CH68AU, A04CH68AP, and A04CH68AQ are part of this recall. The model number is on the rear upper frame tube, located directly under the right side of the seat. The ATVs have black seats with a gray, red, and black chassis. "700 Sportsman" is prominently displayed on the right and left side of the chassis, body and fuel tank, and "EFI" is displayed on the instrument/headlight pod.
Confirm these details on the official CPSC noticeWhy it was recalled
The throttle cable may bind when the handlebars are turned full left or full right, resulting in an increase in engine speed and unintended vehicle acceleration. In addition, the fuel line may rub against the vehicle chassis, resulting in a fuel line leak, which could be a fire hazard.
Incidents and injuries
There have been 19 incidents (including two minor injuries such as scrapes, bruises, and minor injuries to the leg, knee, and shoulder) involving the throttle cable binding, which may cause the ATV to accelerate. There have been 31 incidents (but no injuries or fires) involving gasoline leaking from the fuel line rubbing against the chassis.
Official remedy
Free repair. Contact your Polaris dealer to schedule an appointment to inspect, reroute, and replace the throttle cable and the fuel line as necessary. Polaris has notified consumers directly about this recall.
Product and sales details
- Brand
- Polaris Industries
- Manufacturer
- Polaris Industries, Inc., of Medina, Minn.
- Product type
- Off-road recreational vehicles
- Recall number
- 04-585
- Units
- About 12,170
- Manufactured in
- United States
- Sold at / sales period
- Polaris dealers sold these ATVs nationwide, from March 2003 to August 2004, for between $7,899 and $8,899.
Polaris "Sportsman 700 EFI" ATVs
CPSC product type: All Terrain Vehicles (ATVs)
Recall contact information
Call Polaris at (800) 765-2747 between 8 a.m. and 12 midnight ET every day.
Verify phone numbers, hours, and websites on the current CPSC notice before contacting the firm.
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