CPSC recall 18-144, announced April 19, 2018, covers Aeon Motor Polaris Phoenix 200 all-terrain vehicles (ATVs) (about 5,600 units). The throttle limiter can fail due to damage during shipping, posing a crash hazard. The notice cites 9 incident reports. Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled ATVs and contact Polaris for instructions on how to inspect for a damaged throttle limiter, and, if damaged, to schedule a free repair. Recall contact: call 800-765-2747, or go to www.polaris.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.
Affected model numbers
The model number is located on the vehicle frame.
Which products are included?
This recall involves all model year 2014 through 2017 Phoenix 200 all-terrain vehicles. "Polaris" is stamped on the front grill and on the sides of the ATV seats, and "Phoenix 200" is stamped on the side panels. The ATVs were sold in blue and gray. Model numbers A14PB20AF, A15YAP20AF, A16YAP20AF and A17YAP20A8 are included in this recall. The model number is located on the vehicle frame. To check for recalled vehicles by vehicle identification number (VIN) visit www.polaris.com.
Confirm these details on the official CPSC noticeWhy it was recalled
The throttle limiter can fail due to damage during shipping, posing a crash hazard.
Incidents and injuries
Polaris has received nine reports of a damaged throttle limiter, including one report of throttle limiter failure that resulted in minor injuries.
Official remedy
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled ATVs and contact Polaris for instructions on how to inspect for a damaged throttle limiter, and, if damaged, to schedule a free repair.
Product and sales details
- Brand
- Aeon Motor
- Manufacturer
- Aeon Motor Co., of Taiwan
- Product type
- Off-road recreational vehicles
- Recall number
- 18-144
- Units
- About 5,600
- Manufactured in
- Taiwan
- Sold at / sales period
- Polaris dealers nationwide from July 2013 through April 2018 for about $3,600.
- Importer
- Polaris Industries Inc., of Medina, Minn.
- Distributor
- Polaris Industries Inc., of Medina, Minn.
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” at the bottom of the page for more information. In addition, check your vehicle identification number ( VIN ) on the “ Product Safety Recalls ” page to see if your vehicle is included in any recalls.
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