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Recalls / 2008-07-11

Polaris Industries Inc. Recalls Snowmobiles Due to Risk of Injury to Riders

08593 · Recalled 2008-07-11 · CPSC page

Recalled Snowmobile
Recalled Snowmobile

Description

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

Hazards

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.

Reported injuries

The firm has received 10 reports of loose ring-gear attachment bolts or broken gear teeth. No injuries have been reported.

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.

Products

NameModelUnits
550 LX, Trail Touring, and Trail Touring Deluxe snowmobilesAbout 1,360

Parties

Manufacturer
Polaris Industries Inc.
Made in
United States
Sold at
Polaris dealers nationwide, 900, 300.

Consumer contact

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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Recalled Snowmobile
Recalled Snowmobile

Source: CPSC recall 08593. Inclusion in this database is not legal or medical advice.