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Polaris Recalls Ranger Side-by-Side Vehicles Due to Fire Hazard

Recalled August 4, 2009 · CPSC recall 09762 · Polaris

Recalled Side-by-Side Recreational Vehicle

Hazard

An electrical short can lead to overheating in the rear tail light wiring harnesses, posing a fire hazard to consumers.

Remedy

Consumers should stop using the recalled vehicles immediately and contact any Polaris Ranger dealer to schedule a free repair. Polaris has notified registered consumers directly about this recall.

Units

About 3,800

Incidents / injuries

The firm has received 46 reports of overheating in the vehicle's tail light area, resulting in melting of plastic. In 22 of these reports, consumers reported small flames. No injuries have been reported.

Description

The recall involves certain 2009 Polaris Ranger side-by-side, off-road vehicles. The model and serial number identification decal is located under the front seat, on the right-side seat support. The recall includes the models listed below: Model Numbers Model Name R09RF68AF Ranger 700 EFI 6x6 R09RF68AR Ranger 700 EFI 6x6 R09WH68AC Ranger 700 EFI Crew R09WH68AG Ranger 700 EFI Crew R09WH68AL Ranger 700 EFI Crew R09WH68AR Ranger 700 EFI Crew R09WH68AZ Ranger 700 EFI Crew

What to do

Consumers should stop using the recalled vehicles immediately and contact any Polaris Ranger dealer to schedule a free repair. Polaris has notified registered consumers directly about this recall.

Contact

For further information, contact Polaris toll-free at (888) 704-5290 between 8 a.m. and 5 p.m. CT Monday through Friday or visit the company's Web site at www.polarisindustries.com

Product

2009 Polaris Ranger "Crew" and "6x6" Side-by-Side Recreational Vehicles

Manufacturer(s)

Polaris Industries Inc., of Medina, Minn.

Retailers

Polaris dealers nationwide from December 2008 through July 2009 for about $11,500.

Made in

United States

Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission. Official recall notice on cpsc.gov →