Polaris Recalls RANGER 570 ROVs Due to Fire Hazard (Recall Alert)
U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission – Recall Alert
Recall Date: June 28, 2016
http://www.cpsc.gov/en/recalls/recall-alerts/2016/polaris-recalls-ranger-rovs/
Recall Summary
Name of Product: Polaris Ranger 570 ROVs
Hazard: The ROVs can overheat during heavy engine loading, slow-speed intermittent use and/or high outdoor temperatures and catch fire.
Remedy: Repair
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled ROVs and contact Polaris to schedule a free repair. Polaris is contacting all known purchasers directly.
Consumer Contact: 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.
Recall Details
Units: About 43,000
Description: 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.
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Model Year 2015 |
Models |
Model Year 2016 |
Models |
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Ranger 570 |
Ranger 570 2x4 |
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Ranger 570 EPS |
Ranger 570 |
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Ranger 570 EPS HD |
Ranger 570 EPS |
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Ranger Crew 570 |
Ranger 570 EPS HD |
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Ranger Crew 570 EPS |
Ranger 570 EPS ZUG |
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Ranger Crew 570 |
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Ranger Crew 570 EPS |
Incidents/Injuries: Polaris has received seven reports of the recalled ROVs overheating and catching on fire. No injuries have been reported.
Sold at: Polaris dealers nationwide from August 2014 through June 2016 for between $10,000 and $12,500.
Importer/Distributor: Polaris Industries Inc., of Medina, Minn.
Manufactured in: Mexico
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