CPSC recall 08-521, announced December 6, 2007, covers Polaris Industries Model Year 2008 Polaris Ranger RZR 800 EFI Utility Vehicles (330 units). The utility vehicle's fuel tank can leak, posing fire and burn hazards to consumers. The notice cites 4 incident reports. Consumers should stop using the recalled utility vehicles immediately and contact their local Polaris dealer to arrange for a fuel tank inspection free of charge and, if necessary, a free repair. Recall contact: call (888) 704-5290, 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.
Model Year 2008 Polaris Ranger RZR 800 EFI utility vehicles with model number R08VH76AD (red), and model number R08VH76AG (green) are included in this recall.
Which products are included?
Model Year 2008 Polaris Ranger RZR 800 EFI utility vehicles with model number R08VH76AD (red), and model number R08VH76AG (green) are included in this recall. They were manufactured between August 21, 2007 and October 3, 2007. The model number decal is located under the passenger seat.
Confirm these details on the official CPSC noticeWhy it was recalled
The utility vehicle's fuel tank can leak, posing fire and burn hazards to consumers.
Incidents and injuries
The firm has received four reports of the fuel tank leaking. No injuries have been reported.
Official remedy
Consumers should stop using the recalled utility vehicles immediately and contact their local Polaris dealer to arrange for a fuel tank inspection free of charge and, if necessary, 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
- 08-521
- Units
- 330
- Manufactured in
- United States
- Sold at / sales period
- Polaris dealers nationwide from August 2007 through November 2007 for about $10,300.
Model Year 2008 Polaris Ranger RZR 800 EFI Utility Vehicles
CPSC product type: Utility, Off-Road Vehicles/Golf Carts
Recall contact information
For additional information, contact Polaris at (888) 704-5290 between 8 a.m. and 6 p.m. CT every day, or visit the firm's Web site at www.polarisindustries.com
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