The Recall Desk
HighCPSC·08516·Announced 2007-11-06

Polaris Recalls 28,000 Snowmobiles Due to Fuel Tank Fire Hazard

Polaris is recalling about 28,000 model year 2004-2007 snowmobiles because a cracked fuel tank filler neck can leak fuel, posing a fire hazard.

What this means for you

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 fire hazard from fuel leaks, 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 28,000 model year 2004-2007 snowmobiles. The recall addresses a defect where the fuel tank filler neck can crack and separate, allowing fuel or fuel vapors to leak from the tank. This leak poses a fire hazard to consumers.

The firm has received 1,048 reports of the filler neck cracking or leaking, but no injuries have been reported. These snowmobiles were sold at Polaris dealers nationwide from July 2003 through October 2007 for between $4,100 and $11,600. The model number and serial number identification decal is located on the right side of the tunnel underneath the seat.

Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled snowmobiles and contact their Polaris snowmobile dealer to schedule a free installation of a new fuel tank assembly. Polaris has directly notified registered consumers who have not already received a repair. For additional information, consumers can contact Polaris at (888) 704-5290 between 9 a.m. and 6 p.m. ET Monday through Friday, or visit www.polarisindustries.com.

The recalled product

Product
Snowmobiles
Manufacturer
Polaris Industries Inc., of Medina, Minn.
Category
Consumer Product — Snowmobiles
Hazard
Affected units
28,000

Distribution

Distributed nationwide across the United States.

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