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Polaris Recalls Certain Ranger Utility Vehicles Due to Fire and Burn Hazards

Recall 08-521 · December 6, 2007 · Polaris

What to doConsumers should stop using the recalled utility vehicles immediately and contact their local Polaris dealer to arrange for a fuel tank inspection free of charge and, if necessary, a free repair.

Read the official CPSC notice

Recall at a glance

Recall number
08-521 (CPSC)
Recall date
December 6, 2007
Brand
Polaris
Category
Sports, bikes and outdoor
Products
Model Year 2008 Polaris Ranger RZR 800 EFI Utility Vehicles
Hazard
Fire and Burn Hazards
Hazard type
Fire and burnCrashes and loss of control
Units
330
Made in
United States
Last updated by CPSC
May 23, 2014

What was recalled

Model Year 2008 Polaris Ranger RZR 800 EFI utility vehicles with model number R08VH76AD (red), and model number R08VH76AG (green) are included in this recall. They were manufactured between August 21, 2007 and October 3, 2007. The model number decal is located under the passenger seat.

Is my product affected?

Compare your product with the details below, including model numbers where listed.

  • Model Year 2008 Polaris Ranger RZR 800 EFI Utility Vehicles · 330 units

Photos from the recall notice

Recalled Utility Vehicles
Recalled Utility Vehicles

Where it was sold

Companies named in the notice: Polaris dealers nationwide from August 2007 through November 2007 for about $10,300.; Polaris Industries Inc., of Medina, Minn..

Injuries or incidents reported

The firm has received four reports of the fuel tank leaking. No injuries have been reported.

Consumer contact

For additional information, contact Polaris at (888) 704-5290 between 8 a.m. and 6 p.m. CT every day, or visit the firm's Web site at www.polarisindustries.com

Recall history and context

Polaris appears in 124 CPSC recalls on record. See all Polaris recalls.

Since 2019 CPSC has recorded 451 recalls in the sports, bikes and outdoor category, 74 recalls of them in the past 12 months.

Frequently asked questions

What was recalled?

Model Year 2008 Polaris Ranger RZR 800 EFI Utility Vehicles (330 units). Model Year 2008 Polaris Ranger RZR 800 EFI utility vehicles with model number R08VH76AD (red), and model number R08VH76AG (green) are included in this recall.

Why was it recalled?

CPSC lists the reason as: Fire and Burn Hazards.

What should I do if I own one?

Consumers should stop using the recalled utility vehicles immediately and contact their local Polaris dealer to arrange for a fuel tank inspection free of charge and, if necessary, a free repair.

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