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Polaris Recalls Sportsman All-Terrain Vehicles Due to Crash Hazard (Recall Alert)

Recall 17-740 · April 13, 2017 · Polaris

What to doConsumers should immediately stop using the recalled ATVs 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
17-740 (CPSC)
Recall date
April 13, 2017
Brand
Polaris
Category
Sports, bikes and outdoor
Products
Sportsman 450, 570, 850, 1000 and Scrambler 1000 all-terrain vehicles (ATVs)
Hazard
Crash Hazard (Recall Alert)
Hazard type
Crashes and loss of control
Remedy
Repair
Units
About 3,800
Made in
United States
Last updated by CPSC
April 13, 2017

What was recalled

This recall involves model year 2017 Polaris Sportsman 450, 570, 850, 1000 and Scrambler 1000 model ATVs. The recalled ATVs have "Polaris" printed on the front grill and "Sportsman 450," "Sportsman 570," "Sportsman 850," "Sportsman 1000" or "Scrambler 1000" printed on the side of the steering column. The ATVs were sold in several colors. The model number is located on the fuel tank cover. To check for recalled vehicles by VIN, visit www.polaris.com. The following models are included in the recall: Model Year Model Number Model 2017 A17SEE50A1 SPORTSMAN 450 HO EPS SAGE GREEN 2017 A17SEE57A1 SPORTSMAN 570 EPS SAGE GREEN 2017 A17SEE57A7 SPORTSMAN 570 EPS INDY RED 2017 A17SEF57A4 SPORTSMAN 570 EPS UTILITY EDITION 2017 A17SEE57A9 SPORTSMAN 570 EPS PPC 2017 A17SDE57A2 SPORTSMAN TOURING 570 EPS BRIGHT WHITE 2017 A17SHE57AL SPORTSMAN 570 SP STEALTH BLACK 2017 A17SHE57AS SPORTSMAN 570 SP SUNSET RED 2017 A17SHD57AG SPORTSMAN 570 SP MATTE SAGEBRUSH GREEN 2017 A17SJE57AU SPORTSMAN TOURING 570 SP SILVER PEARL 2017 A17SWE57A1 SPORTSMAN X2 570 SAGE GREEN 2017 A17S6E57A1 SPORTSMAN 6X6 570 EPS SAGE GREEN 2017 A17SXE85A9 SPORTSMAN 850 SP PPC 2017 A17SXE85AB SPORTSMAN 850 SP RADAR BLUE 2017 A17SXE85AM SPORTSMAN 850 SP TITANIUM MATTE METALLIC 2017 A17SYE85AS SPORTSMAN TOURING 850 SP SUNSET RED 2017 A17SXE95AL SPORTSMAN XP 1000 STEALTH BLACK 2017 A17SYE95AK SPORTSMAN TOURING XP 1000 BLACK PEARL 2017 A17SVE95AM SCRAMBLER XP 1000 TITANIUM MATTE METALLIC

Is my product affected?

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

  • Sportsman 450, 570, 850, 1000 and Scrambler 1000 all-terrain vehicles (ATVs) · About 3,800 units

Photos from the recall notice

MY 2017 Sportsman 450
MY 2017 Sportsman 450
MY 2017 Sportsman 570
MY 2017 Sportsman 570
MY 2017 Sportsman 570 6x6 EPS Sage Green
MY 2017 Sportsman 570 6x6 EPS Sage Green
MY 2017 Sportsman 850 sp Matte-Sunset Re
MY 2017 Sportsman 850 sp Matte-Sunset Re

Where it was sold

Companies named in the notice: Polaris dealers nationwide from September 2016 through March 2017 for between $6,900 and $13,300.; Polaris Industries Inc., of Medina, Minn..

Injuries or incidents reported

Polaris has received 15 reports of the electronic power steering unit malfunctioning. No injuries have been reported.

Consumer contact

Polaris at 800-765-2747 from 7 a.m. to 7 p.m. CT Monday through Friday or online at www.polaris.com and click on "Off-Road Safety Recalls" for more information.

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?

Sportsman 450, 570, 850, 1000 and Scrambler 1000 all-terrain vehicles (ATVs) (About 3,800 units). This recall involves model year 2017 Polaris Sportsman 450, 570, 850, 1000 and Scrambler 1000 model ATVs.

Why was it recalled?

CPSC lists the reason as: Crash Hazard (Recall Alert).

What should I do if I own one?

Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled ATVs 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 April 13, 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.