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Polaris Recalls Snowmobiles Equipped with PATRIOT BOOST Engines Due to Fire Hazard (Recall Alert)
No injuries reported. This is a preventive recall action.
Source: CPSC
InfoRecall #24741
Polaris Recalls Snowmobiles Equipped with PATRIOT BOOST Engines Due to Fire Hazard (Recall Alert)
Polaris Industries Inc., of Medina, Minnesota · Model Year 2022-2023 Snowmobiles equipped with PATRIOT BOOST Engines
Product Description
This recall involves Polaris Model Year 2022-2023 Snowmobiles equipped with PATRIOT BOOST engines, including the Pro RMK Slash, RMK Khaos Slash, INDY VR1, and Switchback Assault. The recalled snowmobiles were sold in black and custom color combinations. "POLARIS" is stamped on the front side panel of the vehicles. The VIN and model number are located on the right side of the vehicle's frame.
Hazard
The fuel line between the fuel rails can leak, posing a fire hazard.
Remedy
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled snowmobiles and contact Polaris or an authorized Polaris dealer to schedule a free repair to replace the fuel line. Polaris has notified consumers to stop riding the vehicles and is notifying all dealers and contacting registered owners directly.
Repair
Reported Injuries
The firm has received 17 reports of fuel leaks. No injuries have been reported.
411 Press Analysis
A recall affecting about 7,000 (in addition, about 3,100 were sold in canada) (polaris matryx snowmobiles have been previously recalled in february 2022, august 2022, november 2022, may 2023, and august 2023) of Model Year 2022-2023 Snowmobiles equipped with PATRIOT BOOST Engines was announced on March 28, 2024 by the CPSC. The fuel line between the fuel rails can leak, posing a fire hazard. Polaris Industries Inc., of Medina, Minnesota initiated this voluntary recall before any injuries were reported. Consumers who purchased this product should schedule a free repair by contacting the manufacturer. The CPSC encourages consumers to register products at the time of purchase to receive direct notification of future recalls.
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