Warning
Polaris Recalls Sportsman All-Terrain Vehicles Due to Fire Hazard
Injuries have been reported. Consumers should stop using this product immediately.
Source: CPSC
WarningRecall #24369
Polaris Recalls Sportsman All-Terrain Vehicles Due to Fire Hazard
Polaris Industries Inc., of Medina, Minnesota · Model Year 2023-2024 Polaris Sportsman 850, XP 1000, and XP 1000 S ATVs and fuel pump kits and fuel tank assemblies
Product Description
This recall involves certain VINs of Polaris Model Year 2023-2024 Sportsman 850, XP 1000, and XP 1000 S ATVs. The recalled ATVs were sold in black, blue, camouflage, crimson, gray, green, red, silver and tan. "POLARIS" is stamped on the front side grille and "POLARIS" and "Sportsman" are printed on the sides of the vehicle. The model name is also printed on the side of the chassis. The VIN is located on the ATV's left rear frame. In addition, this recall involves fuel pump kits (part numbers 2208595 and 2208596) and fuel tank assemblies (part numbers 2522378 and 2522379) sold as service parts.
Hazard
The ATV can leak fuel at the fuel pump flange outlet, posing a fire hazard and risk of serious injury to the rider or passenger.
Remedy
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled ATVs and contact an authorized Polaris dealer to schedule a free repair to replace the fuel pump at the dealer's location. Polaris is contacting registered owners directly.
Repair
Reported Injuries
The firm has received 14 reports of fuel leaking from the recalled ATVs and three reports of fire. No injuries have been reported.
411 Press Analysis
The CPSC issued a recall for Model Year 2023-2024 Polaris Sportsman 850, XP 1000, and XP 1000 S ATVs and fuel pump kits and fuel tank assemblies on September 19, 2024, covering about 10,300 atvs and 3,158 fuel pump kits and fuel tank assemblies (in addition, about 1,500 atvs were sold in canada). The ATV can leak fuel at the fuel pump flange outlet, posing a fire hazard and risk of serious injury to the rider or passenger. The firm has received 14 reports of fuel leaking from the recalled ATVs and three reports of fire. No injuries have been reported. Polaris Industries Inc., of Medina, Minnesota is offering affected consumers the opportunity to schedule a free repair. Consumers should stop using the product and contact the manufacturer for instructions. The CPSC recommends checking purchase history and product labels to determine if your unit is affected.
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