The Recall Desk
Our severity:HighCPSC·05504·Announced 2004-10-21

Polaris Recalls 2005 RANGER 4x4 Utility Vehicles Due to Steering Defect

Polaris is recalling about 1,250 2005 RANGER 4x4 Utility Vehicles because a missing or misplaced weld on the lower steering shaft could cause loss of vehicle control.

What this means for you

Our assessment, not the agency’s: severity 3/5 (High).

Real risk of harm even if no illness or injury has been reported yet. Stop using the product and follow the agency's guidance.

Our severity reasoning: The recall involves a structural vehicle defect (steering shaft failure) that could cause loss of control, which is a risk-of-harm product where injury has not yet been reported, fitting the 'High' severity criteria.

Plain-English summary

Polaris Industries, Inc. is recalling about 1,250 model year 2005 "RANGER 4x4" Utility Vehicles with model number R05RD50AA. The recall addresses a potential defect in the lower steering shaft assembly, which may have a missing or misplaced weld connecting the steering wheel to the steering gear box assembly. If the weld is defective, the assembly could fail, causing the operator to lose control of the vehicle.

The affected vehicles were sold nationwide by Polaris dealers from June 2004 to September 2004 for approximately $8,899. The vehicles feature black seats, a green chassis, and "RANGER 4x4" displayed on the sides of the rear cargo box. The model number is located on the upper right frame tube directly under the right side of the seat.

There have been two reports of the lower steering shaft assembly failing, but no injuries have been reported. Consumers should contact their Polaris dealer to schedule an appointment to have the steering shaft assembly replaced. Polaris has also notified consumers directly about this recall. For assistance, consumers can call Polaris at (800) 765-2747 or visit www.polarisindustries.com.

The recalled product

Product
Polaris "RANGER 4x4" Utility Vehicle
Manufacturer
Polaris Industries, Inc., of Medina, Minn.
Category
Vehicle — Utility Vehicle
Hazard
Affected units
1,250

Distribution

Distributed nationwide across the United States.

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