CPSC, Polaris Industries Announce Recall of ATVs
PRODUCT: ATVs - Polaris Industries, Inc., of Medina, Minn., is
voluntarily recalling about 2,400 All-Terrain Vehicles (ATVs). Only
Polaris model year 2003 Predator ATVs with model numbers A00GJ50AA and
A00GJ50AB are part of this recall. The model number can be found on the
lower left frame tube ahead of the engine. The ATVs have a red seat with
grey and black chassis. "Predator" is prominently displayed on the
right and left side of the front cab covering the fuel tank. Polaris
dealers sold these ATVs nationwide from November through December 2002
for between $6,000 and $6,300. They were manufactured in the U.S.A.
PROBLEM: The mounting bolts on the front brake calipers were not
tightened to the specified torque value. This may cause the bolts to
loosen or fall out during operation, resulting in brake failure. This
could result in severe injury or death.
INCIDENTS/INJURIES: None reported.
WHAT TO DO: Consumers should contact their Polaris dealer to schedule an
appointment. The dealer will apply the correct torque to the front
brake caliper retaining bolts. For more information, contact Polaris at
(800) 765-2747 between 7 a.m. and 2 a.m. ET Monday through Friday and
between 8 a.m. and 12 a.m. on weekends, or log on to the company's
website at www.polarisindustries.com
Polaris has notified consumers directly about this recall.
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