The Recall Desk
ModerateCPSC·23728·Announced 2023-02-23

Polaris Timbersled Snow Bike Conversion Kits Recalled for Crash Hazard

Polaris is recalling about 780 Timbersled snow bike conversion kits because a QuickDrive fastener can loosen during operation, causing brake failure and crash risk. No crashes or injuries have been reported.

What this means for you

Minor labeling or packaging issue, or a voluntary precautionary recall. Risk of harm is low but real — follow the manufacturer's instructions.

Our severity reasoning: The source explicitly states that no crashes or injuries have been reported despite seven reports of the defect. The hazard is theoretical—a potential brake-failure risk—not a realized injury or death. This falls under voluntary precautionary recall with no reported harm, warranting a Moderate score per the rubric.

Plain-English summary

Polaris Industries Inc. is recalling about 780 Timbersled ARO and RIOT Pro snow bike conversion kits. These kits are designed to convert off-road motorcycles or dirt bikes into snow bikes by replacing the tires with a front ski and rear track system.

The recalled units were sold in black, blue, orange, red, and white colors. Model Year 2023 units were sold nationwide through Polaris dealers between January 2022 and December 2022 for approximately $7,600 each.

The hazard is that the QuickDrive fastener can loosen while the snow bike is operating. When this occurs, it can lead to brake failure, posing a crash hazard to riders. The manufacturer has received seven reports of loose fasteners, but no crashes or injuries have been reported to date.

Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled kits and contact a Polaris dealer to schedule a free repair. Polaris is contacting registered owners directly. Consumers can also contact Polaris Industries Inc. at 800-765-2747 (Monday–Friday, 7 a.m. to 7 p.m. CT) or visit www.polaris.com and click "Off Road Safety Recalls" to verify whether their vehicle identification number (VIN) is included in the recall.

The recalled product

Product
Polaris Timbersled Snow Bike Conversion Kits
Manufacturer
Polaris Industries Inc., of Medina, Minnesota
Category
Consumer Product — Powersports Equipment
Hazard
  • brake-failure
  • crash-hazard
  • fastener-loosening
Affected units
780

Distribution

Distributed nationwide across the United States.

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