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Polaris Recalls RZR 170 Recreational Off-Highway Vehicles Due to Fuel Leak, Fire Hazards

Recall 17-195 · July 25, 2017 · Polaris

What to doConsumers should immediately stop using the recalled ROVs and contact Polaris to schedule a free repair. Polaris is contacting all known purchasers directly.

Read the official CPSC notice

Recall at a glance

Recall number
17-195 (CPSC)
Recall date
July 25, 2017
Brand
Polaris
Category
Sports, bikes and outdoor
Products
RZR 170 recreational off-highway vehicles (ROVs)
Hazard
Fuel Leak, Fire Hazards
Hazard type
Fire and burn
Remedy
Repair
Units
16800
Made in
Taiwan
Last updated by CPSC
July 25, 2017

What was recalled

This recall involves all model year 2015 through 2017 youth RZR 170 recreational off-highway vehicles (ROVs). The recalled ROVs have two seats and were sold in red, blue and white. For model year 2015 ROVs, "Polaris" is printed on the front grill, "RZR" is printed on the rear panel, and "170" is printed on the front panel. For model year 2016 and 2017 ROVs, "Polaris" is printed on the front grill and on the rear panel, and "RZR" is printed on the front panel. The VIN is printed on the frame on the driver's side front wheel well. Year Model Description 2015 R15YAV17AA RZR 170 EFI RED 2015 R15YAV17AF RZR 170 EFI BLUE 2015 R15YAV17BA RZR 170 EFI RED 2015 R15YAV17BF RZR 170 EFI BLUE 2016 Z16YAV17AB RZR 170 WHITE 2016 Z16YAV17AF RZR 170 BLUE 2016 Z16YAV1CAB RZR 170 WHITE 2016 Z16YAV1CAF RZR 170 BLUE 2017 Z17YAV17A2 RZR 170 WHITE 2017 Z17YAV17A5 RZR 170 BLUE

Is my product affected?

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

  • RZR 170 recreational off-highway vehicles (ROVs) · 16800 units

Photos from the recall notice

2015 RZR 170 in red
2015 RZR 170 in red
2016 RZR 170 in blue
2016 RZR 170 in blue
2017 RZR 170 in white
2017 RZR 170 in white

Where it was sold

Companies named in the notice: Polaris dealers nationwide from February 2015 through July 2017 for between $4,600 and $4,800.; Aeon Motors Ltd., of Taiwan; Polaris Industries Inc., of Medina, Minn..

Injuries or incidents reported

Polaris has received 102 reports of cracked fuel tank necks and 28 reports of burning, smoking, melted and/or shorted wires, including four reports of fires. No injuries have been reported.

Consumer contact

Polaris at 800-765-2747 from 7 a.m. through 7 p.m. CT Monday through Friday, or online at www.polaris.com and click on "Off Road Safety Recalls" for more information. In addition, check your vehicle identification number (VIN) on the "Product Safety Recalls" page to see if your vehicle is included in any recalls.

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?

RZR 170 recreational off-highway vehicles (ROVs) (16800 units). This recall involves all model year 2015 through 2017 youth RZR 170 recreational off-highway vehicles (ROVs).

Why was it recalled?

CPSC lists the reason as: Fuel Leak, Fire Hazards.

What should I do if I own one?

Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled ROVs and contact Polaris to schedule a free repair. Polaris is contacting all known purchasers directly.

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Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission recall data, shown as published and last updated by CPSC on July 25, 2017. 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.