Recalls / 2007-11-06
Polaris Industries Inc. Recalls Certain Snowmobiles Due to Fire Hazard
08516 · Recalled 2007-11-06 · CPSC page
Description
This recall involves certain model year 2004-2007 Polaris snowmobiles. The model number and serial number (VIN) identification decal is located on the right side of the tunnel underneath the seat.
Hazards
The fuel tank filler neck can crack and separate allowing fuel or fuel vapors to leak from the fuel tank. This poses a fire hazard to consumers.
Reported injuries
The firm has received 1,048 reports of the filler neck cracking or leaking. No injuries have been reported.
Remedy
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled snowmobiles and contact their Polaris snowmobile dealer to schedule a free installation of a new fuel tank assembly. Polaris has directly notified registered consumers who have not already received a repair.
Products
| Name | Model | Units |
|---|---|---|
| Snowmobiles | About 28,000 |
Parties
- Manufacturer
- Polaris Industries Inc.
- Made in
- United States
- Sold at
- Polaris dealers nationwide, 100, $11, 600.
Consumer contact
For additional information, contact Polaris at (888) 704-5290 between 9 a.m. and 6 p.m. ET Monday through Friday, or visit the firm's Web site at www.polarisindustries.com
Source: CPSC recall 08516. Inclusion in this database is not legal or medical advice.