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Polaris Recalls Ranger Recreational Off-Highway Vehicles Due to Loss of Control and Crash Hazard

Recall 13-716 · January 9, 2013 · Polaris

What to doConsumers should immediately stop using the recalled Polaris Ranger vehicles and contact Polaris to schedule a free repair. Polaris is contacting its customers directly.

Read the official CPSC notice

Recall at a glance

Recall number
13-716 (CPSC)
Recall date
January 9, 2013
Brand
Polaris
Category
Sports, bikes and outdoor
Products
2013 Polaris Ranger® 400 recreational off-highway vehicles
Hazard
Loss of Control and Crash Hazard
Hazard type
Crashes and loss of control
Remedy
Repair
Units
About 327
Made in
United States, Mexico
Last updated by CPSC
January 13, 2015

What was recalled

This recall involves 2013 Polaris Ranger® 400 recreational off-highway vehicles with model number R13RH45AG and VIN numbers between 4XARH45A3D4726305 and 4XARH45A7DE648444. Not all VIN numbers in the range are included in this recall. To see a complete list of recalled VIN numbers visit the firm's website. "Polaris" is stamped on the front of the vehicle above the front grill. A "400 HO" decal is located on the right and left side of the hood and "Ranger 4x4" is printed on the side of the rear bed box. The vehicles are green and gray in color. The model number is printed in the owner's manual.

Is my product affected?

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

  • 2013 Polaris Ranger® 400 recreational off-highway vehicles · About 327 units

Photos from the recall notice

Polaris recreational off-highway vehicle
Polaris recreational off-highway vehicle

Where it was sold

Companies named in the notice: Polaris dealers nationwide from July 2012 through September 2012 for about $8,300.; Polaris Industries Inc., of Medina, Minn..

Consumer contact

Polaris; toll-free at (888) 704-5290, from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. CT Monday through Friday, or online at www.polarisindustries.com and click on Help Center under the Services and Support tab, then Common Rider Questions, then Service bulletins/recalls to check your VIN number.

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?

2013 Polaris Ranger® 400 recreational off-highway vehicles (About 327 units). This recall involves 2013 Polaris Ranger® 400 recreational off-highway vehicles with model number R13RH45AG and VIN numbers between 4XARH45A3D4726305 and 4XARH45A7DE648444.

Why was it recalled?

CPSC lists the reason as: Loss of Control and Crash Hazard.

What should I do if I own one?

Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled Polaris Ranger vehicles and contact Polaris to schedule a free repair. Polaris is contacting its customers directly.

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Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission recall data, shown as published and last updated by CPSC on January 13, 2015. 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.