Monday, October 06, 2008

Polaris Recalls Certain Ranger Utility Vehicles Due to Fire and Burn Hazards

Released: Thursday, December 06, 2007 by CPSC

Dec

6

2007
In cooperation with the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC), Polaris Industries Inc., of Medina, Minn., is voluntarily recalling about 330 Model Year 2008 Polaris Ranger RZR 800 EFI Utility Vehicles. The firm has received four reports of the fuel tank leaking. No injuries have been reported.

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Recall Details

Product

Model Year 2008 Polaris Ranger RZR 800 EFI Utility Vehicles

Description

Model Year 2008 Polaris Ranger RZR 800 EFI utility vehicles with model number R08VH76AD (red), and model number R08VH76AG (green) are included in this recall. They were manufactured between August 21, 2007 and October 3, 2007. The model number decal is located under the passenger seat.

Hazards

The utility vehicle’s fuel tank can leak, posing fire and burn hazards to consumers.

Incidents

The firm has received four reports of the fuel tank leaking. No injuries have been reported.

Remedy

Consumers should stop using the recalled utility vehicles immediately and contact their local Polaris dealer to arrange for a fuel tank inspection free of charge, and if necessary, a free repair.


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