CPSC recall 13-740, announced June 19, 2013, covers Polaris Industries 2011 Polaris Ranger RZR XP 900 recreational off-highway vehicles (about 4,500 units). The firewall behind the driver and passenger seats can overheat and melt, posing a burn hazard to consumers. The notice cites 1 incident report. Consumers should immediately stop using the vehicles and contact Polaris 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 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?
This recall involves 2011 model Polaris Ranger RZR XP 900 recreational off-highway vehicles. The machines are either white or red and have a "RZR XP" decal on the right and left rear side panels. The right and left of the hood have "Dual Overhead Cam" decals. There are also "900 EFI" decals on the front right and left of the machine.
Confirm these details on the official CPSC noticeWhy it was recalled
The firewall behind the driver and passenger seats can overheat and melt, posing a burn hazard to consumers.
Incidents and injuries
The firm has received one report of an incident involving a consumer who received burn injuries to a finger.
Official remedy
Consumers should immediately stop using the vehicles and contact Polaris to schedule a free repair. Polaris is contacting its known customers directly.
Product and sales details
- Brand
- Polaris Industries
- Manufacturer
- Polaris Industries Inc., of Medina, Minn.
- Product type
- Off-road recreational vehicles
- Recall number
- 13-740
- Units
- About 4,500
- Manufactured in
- United States
- Sold at / sales period
- Polaris dealers nationwide from May 2012 through February 2013 for between $16,000 and $16,600.
2011 Polaris Ranger RZR XP 900 recreational off-highway vehicles
CPSC product type: Recreational Off-Road Vehicles (ROV)
Recall contact information
Polaris; toll-free at (888) 704-5290, from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. CT Monday through Friday, or online at www.polarisindustries.com and click on Help Center under the Services and Support tab, then Common Rider Questions, then Service bulletins/recalls for more information.
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