CPSC recall 16-755, announced June 28, 2016, covers Polaris Ranger 570 ROVs (about 43,000 units). The ROVs can overheat during heavy engine loading, slow-speed intermittent use and/or high outdoor temperatures and catch fire. The notice cites 7 incident reports. Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled ROVs and contact Polaris to schedule a free repair. Recall contact: call 800-765-2747, or go to www.polaris.com.
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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 2015 and 2016 model year Polaris Ranger 570 recreational off-highway vehicles (ROVs). They have either two or four seats and a rear box. "Ranger" is printed on the rear box and "570" is printed on the hood. "Polaris" is stamped onto the front grill. The ROVs were sold in several colors. The following models are included in the recall. Model Year 2015 Models Model Year 2016 Models Ranger 570 Ranger 570 2x4 Ranger 570 EPS Ranger 570 Ranger 570 EPS HD Ranger 570 EPS Ranger Crew 570 Ranger 570 EPS HD Ranger Crew 570 EPS Ranger 570 EPS ZUG Ranger Crew 570 Ranger Crew 570 EPS
Confirm these details on the official CPSC noticeWhy it was recalled
The ROVs can overheat during heavy engine loading, slow-speed intermittent use and/or high outdoor temperatures and catch fire.
Incidents and injuries
Polaris has received seven reports of the recalled ROVs overheating and catching on fire. No injuries have been reported.
Official remedy
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled ROVs and contact Polaris to schedule a free repair. Polaris is contacting all known purchasers directly.
Product and sales details
- Brand
- Polaris Industries
- Product type
- Off-road recreational vehicles
- Recall number
- 16-755
- Units
- About 43,000
- Manufactured in
- Mexico
- Sold at / sales period
- Polaris dealers nationwide from August 2014 through June 2016 for between $10,000 and $12,500.
- Importer
- Polaris Industries Inc., of Medina, Minn.
- Distributor
- Polaris Industries Inc., of Medina, Minn.
Polaris Ranger 570 ROVs
CPSC product type: Recreational Off-Road Vehicles (ROV)
Recall contact information
Polaris at 800-765-2747 from 7 a.m. to 7 p.m. CT Monday through Friday, or online at www.polaris.com and click on "Off-Road Safety Recalls" on the main page for more information.
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