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Textron Specialized Vehicles Recalls Prowler Pro and Tracker Utility Vehicles (UTVs) Due to Fire Hazard
No injuries reported. This is a preventive recall action.
Source: CPSC
InfoRecall #24229
Textron Specialized Vehicles Recalls Prowler Pro and Tracker Utility Vehicles (UTVs) Due to Fire Hazard
Textron Specialized Vehicles, of Augusta, Georgia · Prowler Pro and Tracker 800SX Utility Vehicles (UTVs)
Product Description
This recall involves model years 2022 and 2023 Prowler Pro, Prowler Pro Crew, Tracker 800SX, and Tracker 800SX Crew utility vehicles. They were sold in various colors, including green, gray, red, fossil, and timber. "Prowler" or "Tracker" is stamped on the side of the cargo box. The 10th digit of the vehicle identification number (VIN), which is printed on the operator side of the frame under the cargo box, includes an "N" for model year 2022 and a "P" for model year 2023.
Hazard
The fuel tank cap does not fit correctly, causing a fuel leak around the filler neck, posing a fire hazard.
Remedy
Customers should immediately stop using the recalled utility vehicles, and contact an authorized dealer for a free inspection and repair. Textron Specialized Vehicles is contacting all known purchasers directly.
Repair
Reported Injuries
The firm has received 48 reports of incidents of fuel leakage around the cap. No injuries have been reported.
411 Press Analysis
Textron Specialized Vehicles, of Augusta, Georgia has voluntarily recalled about 10,300 (in addition, about 1,000 were sold in canada) of Prowler Pro and Tracker 800SX Utility Vehicles (UTVs) as a preventive safety measure. The recall was announced by the CPSC on May 9, 2024. The fuel tank cap does not fit correctly, causing a fuel leak around the filler neck, posing a fire hazard. While no injuries have been reported, the identified hazard warrants consumer attention. Affected consumers should schedule a free repair. The CPSC recommends discontinuing use of the product until the remedy has been completed.
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