The Recall Desk
HighCPSC·13716·Announced 2013-01-09

Polaris Recalls 2013 Ranger 400 Vehicles Due to Throttle Failure Hazard

Polaris is recalling 2013 Ranger 400 recreational off-highway vehicles because a throttle failure can cause loss of control and crashes.

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 (loss of control/crash hazard) where injury has not yet been reported, which aligns with the 'High' severity criteria in the rubric.

Plain-English summary

Polaris Industries Inc. is recalling approximately 327 units of the 2013 Polaris Ranger® 400 recreational off-highway vehicles. The recall involves vehicles with model number R13RH45AG and specific VIN numbers. These vehicles were sold at Polaris dealers nationwide from July 2012 through September 2012 for about $8,300.

The recall is being issued because the recreational vehicle's throttle can fail to operate properly. This malfunction can cause the rider to lose control of the vehicle, posing a crash hazard. No injuries have been reported in connection with this defect.

Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled Polaris Ranger vehicles and contact Polaris to schedule a free repair. Polaris is also contacting its customers directly. Consumers can check their VIN number online at www.polarisindustries.com or by calling Polaris toll-free at (888) 704-5290.

The recalled product

Product
2013 Polaris Ranger® 400 recreational off-highway vehicles
Manufacturer
Polaris Industries Inc., of Medina, Minn.
Category
Vehicle — Recreational Off-Highway Vehicle
Hazard
Affected units
327

Distribution

Distributed nationwide across the United States.

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