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Polaris Recalls Snowmobiles Due to Loss of Control Hazard

Recall 09-748 · July 1, 2009 · Polaris

What to doConsumers should immediately stop using the recalled snowmobiles and contact any Polaris snowmobile dealer to schedule a free repair. Polaris has notified registered consumers directly about this recall.

Read the official CPSC notice

Recall at a glance

Recall number
09-748 (CPSC)
Recall date
July 1, 2009
Brand
Polaris
Category
Sports, bikes and outdoor
Products
2009 Polaris Assault model Snowmobiles
Hazard
Loss of Control Hazard
Hazard type
Crashes and loss of control
Units
About 800
Made in
United States
Last updated by CPSC
May 23, 2014

What was recalled

This recall involves 2009 Polaris 800 Assault RMK 146 snowmobiles model numbers S09PL8EE and S09PL8ES. "Assault 800" is printed on the snowmobile's hood. "Polaris" is written on the seat. The model number is located on the right side of the tunnel below the seat. The snowmobiles are red and black.

Is my product affected?

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

  • 2009 Polaris Assault model Snowmobiles · About 800 units

Photos from the recall notice

Recalled Snowmobile
Recalled Snowmobile

Where it was sold

Companies named in the notice: Polaris dealers nationwide from September 2008 through June 2009 for about $10,600.; Polaris Industries Inc., of Medina, Minn..

Injuries or incidents reported

The firm has received reports of eight incidents in which the rail tip bolts broke, two of which resulted in the rider being ejected from the snowmobile. No injuries have been reported.

Consumer contact

For additional information, contact Polaris toll-free at (888) 704-5290 between 8 a.m. and 5 p.m. CT Monday through Friday, 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?

2009 Polaris Assault model Snowmobiles (About 800 units). This recall involves 2009 Polaris 800 Assault RMK 146 snowmobiles model numbers S09PL8EE and S09PL8ES.

Why was it recalled?

CPSC lists the reason as: Loss of Control Hazard.

What should I do if I own one?

Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled snowmobiles and contact any Polaris snowmobile dealer to schedule a free repair. Polaris has notified registered consumers directly about this recall.

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Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission recall data, shown as published and last updated by CPSC on May 23, 2014. Details can change; the official notice is the authority. If your product may be recalled, stop and read the notice before deciding what to do. Terms and disclaimer.