The Recall Desk
HighCPSC·13711·Announced 2012-12-18

Polaris Recalls Pro-RMK Snowmobiles Due to Shock Bolt Failure Hazard

Polaris is recalling about 82 Pro-RMK snowmobiles because a front shock bolt can fail, causing loss of control and potential injury or death.

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 risk-of-harm product (snowmobile) where a mechanical failure can lead to loss of control and injury or death, but no injuries or incidents have been reported.

Plain-English summary

Polaris Industries Inc. is recalling approximately 82 units of 2013 Polaris Pro-RMK 600 and 800 snowmobiles. The affected models include the 600 PRO RMK 155, 800 PRO RMK 163, and 800 PRO RMK 163 ES. These vehicles were sold at Polaris Snowmobile dealers nationwide from August 2012 through October 2012 for between $10,800 and $12,500.

The recall is due to a defect where the bolt attaching the front, lower left shock can fail. This failure can cause the operator to lose control of the vehicle, posing a serious hazard of injury or death. The source text states that no incidents or reports have been received regarding this defect.

Consumers should immediately stop using the vehicles and contact any Polaris snowmobile dealer to schedule a free repair. Polaris has notified registered consumers directly about this recall. For more information, consumers can contact Polaris toll-free at (888) 704-5290 from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. CT Monday through Friday, or visit www.polaris.com.

The recalled product

Product
Snowmobiles
Manufacturer
Polaris Industries Inc., of Medina, Minn.
Category
Vehicle — Snowmobile
Hazard
Affected units
82

Distribution

Distributed nationwide across the United States.

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