Recall Radar

Snowmobiles Recalled by Polaris Due to Crash Hazard (Recall Alert)

Recall 17-745 · May 9, 2017 · Polaris

What to doConsumers should immediately stop using the recalled vehicles 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
17-745 (CPSC)
Recall date
May 9, 2017
Brand
Polaris
Category
Sports, bikes and outdoor
Products
RMK and SKS snowmobiles
Hazard
Crash Hazard (Recall Alert)
Hazard type
Crashes and loss of control
Remedy
Repair
Units
About 6,000
Made in
United States
Last updated by CPSC
May 9, 2017

What was recalled

This recall involves model year 2017 Polaris RMK, PRO-RMK, SKS, and RMK snowmobiles. "Polaris" is printed on the seat and "RMK," "PRO," "SKS," or "ASSAULT" printed on the side body panel. The snowmobiles were sold in several colors. The model number and VIN are displayed on the right side of the tunnel. To check for recalled vehicles by VIN, visit www.polaris.com.The following models are included in the recall: Polaris Model Year 2017 Snowmobiles S17EFK8PS 800 PRO-RMK 155 SC SELECT S17EFK6PS 600 PRO-RMK 155 SC SELECT S17EFK6PSL 600 PRO-RMK 155 ES S17EFK8PSA 800 PRO-RMK 155 S17EGK8PS 800 PRO-RMK 163 SC SELECT S17EGM8PS 800 PRO-RMK 163 3" SC SELECT S17EFS8PS 800 SKS 155 SC SELECT S17EGP8PS 800 PRO-RMK LE 163 3" SC SELECT S17EFP8PS 800 PRO-RMK 155 LE SC SELECT S17EFT8PS 800 RMK ASSAULT 155 SC SELECT S17EFS8PSL 800 SKS 155 ES S17EGK8PSL 800 PRO-RMK 163 ES S17EFK6PSA 600 PRO-RMK 155 S17EGK8PSA 800 PRO-RMK 163 S17EFT8PSP 800 RMK ASSAULT 155 POWDER ES S17EFT8PSD 800 RMK ASSAULT 155 POWDER S17EFT8PSA 800 RMK ASSAULT 155 S17EFM8PS 800 PRO-RMK 155 3" SC SELECT S17EFK8PSL 800 PRO-RMK 155 ES S17EFN8PS 800 RMK ASSAULT 155 3" SC SELECT S17EHP8PS 800 PRO-RMK LE 174 3" SC SELECT

Is my product affected?

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

  • RMK and SKS snowmobiles · About 6,000 units

Photos from the recall notice

Model Year 2017 800PRO-RMK 155SC Indy Red
Model Year 2017 800PRO-RMK 155SC Indy Red
Model Year 2017 800 PRO-RMK 155SC Select Sonic Blue
Model Year 2017 800 PRO-RMK 155SC Select Sonic Blue
Model Year 2017 800 PRO-RMK 174 LE SC Select Titanium
Model Year 2017 800 PRO-RMK 174 LE SC Select Titanium

Where it was sold

Companies named in the notice: Polaris dealers nationwide from May 2016 through March 2017 for between $12,000 and $15,200.; Polaris Industries Inc., of Medina, Minn..

Injuries or incidents reported

Polaris has received 13 reports of a steering post weld separation. 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 "Product Safety Recalls" at the bottom of the page 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?

RMK and SKS snowmobiles (About 6,000 units). This recall involves model year 2017 Polaris RMK, PRO-RMK, SKS, and RMK snowmobiles.

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 vehicles 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 May 9, 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.