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Polaris Recalls Brutus Utility Vehicles (UTVs) Due to Collision and Crash Hazard (Recall Alert)

Recall 20-713 · January 30, 2020 · Polaris

What to doConsumers should immediately stop using the recalled vehicles and contact a Polaris dealer to schedule a free inspection and repair. Polaris is notifying dealers and contacting affected registered owners directly.

Read the official CPSC notice

Recall at a glance

Recall number
20-713 (CPSC)
Recall date
January 30, 2020
Brand
Polaris
Category
Sports, bikes and outdoor
Products
Model Year 2017-2018 Brutus Utility Vehicles (UTVs)
Hazard
Collision and Crash Hazard (Recall Alert)
Hazard type
Crashes and loss of control
Remedy
Repair
Units
About 340 (In addition, 19 units were sold in Canada)
Made in
United States
Last updated by CPSC
January 30, 2020

What was recalled

This recall involves Model Year 2017-2018 Polaris Brutus utility vehicles (UTVs) with the following model names. The two-seated vehicles are gray, black and blue. The vehicles have "POLARIS" stamped on the front grille, "POLARIS BRUTUS" on the sides of the utility bed, and "DIESEL HD" on the front fenders. Vehicle identification numbers (VINs) included in this recall can be found on a label affixed to the vehicle frame in the left front wheel well. Non-sequential VINs ending in 7740364 to 8576615 are included in this recall. Year Model Name 2017 BRUTUS DSL HD PTO DLX 2017 BRUTUS DSL HD PTO 2018 BRUTUS DSL HD PTO DLX

Is my product affected?

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

  • Model Year 2017-2018 Brutus Utility Vehicles (UTVs) · About 340 (In addition, 19 units were sold in Canada) units

Photos from the recall notice

Recalled 2017 Polaris Brutus DSL HD PTO DLX
Recalled 2017 Polaris Brutus DSL HD PTO DLX
Location of VIN number on recalled utility vehicles
Location of VIN number on recalled utility vehicles

Where it was sold

Companies named in the notice: Polaris dealers nationwide from May 2016 through April 2019 for between $18,800 and $24,100.; Polaris Industries Inc., Medina, Minn..

Injuries or incidents reported

Polaris has received one report where the rear brake line ruptured while in use. No collisions, crashes, injuries or deaths 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 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?

Model Year 2017-2018 Brutus Utility Vehicles (UTVs) (About 340 (In addition, 19 units were sold in Canada) units). This recall involves Model Year 2017-2018 Polaris Brutus utility vehicles (UTVs) with the following model names.

Why was it recalled?

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

What should I do if I own one?

Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled vehicles and contact a Polaris dealer to schedule a free inspection and repair. Polaris is notifying dealers and contacting affected registered owners directly.

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Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission recall data, shown as published and last updated by CPSC on January 30, 2020. 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.