CPSC recall 08-593, announced July 11, 2008, covers Polaris Industries 550 LX, Trail Touring, and Trail Touring Deluxe snowmobiles (about 1,360 units). Cracks could form in the starter ring-gear and cause the ring-gear to fracture into several pieces. The notice cites 10 incident reports. Consumers should stop using the recalled snowmobiles immediately, and contact any Polaris Snowmobile dealer to schedule 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.
The model and serial number identification decal is located on the right side of the tunnel below the seat.
Which products are included?
The recall involves 2008 Polaris 550 LX, Trail Touring and Trail Touring Deluxe snowmobiles. The model and serial number identification decal is located on the right side of the tunnel below the seat. The recalled model names and numbers are listed below. There is also a limited quantity of suspect parts (about 290) that were sold to consumers for service work or accessory starter installations. These parts could fit on various 2003 through 2007 models of snowmobiles and were sold from March 3, 2007 through October 22, 2007. Model Number Model Year Market Name S08ND5BS 2008 550 LX S08NT5BS 2008 Trail Touring S08NT5BE 2008 Trail Touring S08NT5BSA 2008 Trail Touring Deluxe S08NT5BSF 2008 Trail Touring Deluxe
Confirm these details on the official CPSC noticeWhy it was recalled
Cracks could form in the starter ring-gear and cause the ring-gear to fracture into several pieces. The broken pieces could be propelled out of the chassis of the machine at high speed, causing serious injury or death to the rider and/or bystanders.
Incidents and injuries
The firm has received 10 reports of loose ring-gear attachment bolts or broken gear teeth. No injuries have been reported.
Official remedy
Consumers should stop using the recalled snowmobiles immediately, and contact any Polaris Snowmobile dealer to schedule a free repair. Polaris has notified registered 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
- 08-593
- Units
- About 1,360
- Manufactured in
- United States
- Sold at / sales period
- Polaris dealers nationwide from May 2007 through June 2008 for between $5,900 and $6,300.
550 LX, Trail Touring, and Trail Touring Deluxe snowmobiles
CPSC product type: Snowmobiles
Recall contact information
For further information, contact Polaris toll-free at (888) 704-5290 between 8 a.m. and 5 p.m. CT Monday through Friday, or visit the company's Web site at www.polarisindustries.com
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