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Vehicles/Motorcycles & ATVs

Polaris Recalls Ranger Recreational Off-Highway Vehicles Due to Loss of Control and Crash Hazard

Agency Publication Date: January 9, 2013
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Summary

Polaris is recalling about 327 of its 2013 Ranger 400 recreational off-highway vehicles because the throttle can fail to operate properly. This defect can cause the driver to lose control of the vehicle, which poses a serious crash hazard. The recalled vehicles are green and gray, were sold at nationwide dealers between July and September 2012 for about $8,300, and can be identified by specific decals and VIN ranges. Polaris is offering a free repair for all affected units and is contacting known customers directly.

Risk

A malfunction in the vehicle's throttle system can prevent the driver from properly controlling the speed or stopping the vehicle. This loss of control can lead to a crash, though no incidents or injuries have been reported to date.

What You Should Do

  1. Check your vehicle's VIN and model information. This recall involves 2013 Polaris Ranger 400 vehicles with model number R13RH45AG and VIN numbers between 4XARH45A3D4726305 and 4XARH45A7DE648444.
  2. Identify your vehicle by looking for 'Polaris' stamped above the front grill, a '400 HO' decal on both sides of the hood, and 'Ranger 4x4' printed on the rear bed box.
  3. Immediately stop using the recalled vehicle and contact a Polaris dealer to schedule a free repair.
  4. Verify if your specific VIN is included by visiting the Polaris website at www.polarisindustries.com and navigating to the Help Center under the Services and Support tab, then selecting 'Service bulletins/recalls'.
  5. Contact Polaris toll-free at 888-704-5290 from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. CT, Monday through Friday, for assistance or to find a local dealer.
  6. Call the CPSC Hotline at 800-638-2772 for additional information regarding this safety recall.

Your Remedy Options

🔧Free Repair

Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled Polaris Ranger vehicles and contact Polaris to schedule a free repair. Polaris is contacting its customers directly.

Contact: Polaris; toll-free at (888) 704-5290, from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. CT Monday through Friday, or online at www.polarisindustries.com and click on Help Center under the Services and Support tab, then Common Rider Questions, then Service bulletins/recalls to check your VIN number.

Affected Products

Product: 2013 Polaris Ranger 400 recreational off-highway vehicle
Model:
R13RH45AG
Lot Numbers:
VIN 4XARH45A3D4726305 through 4XARH45A7DE648444
Date Ranges: Sold July 2012 - September 2012

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Polaris recreational off-highway vehicle

Polaris recreational off-highway vehicle

Additional Information

Agency: Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC)
Recall ID: 13716
Status: Active
Manufacturer: Polaris Industries Inc., of Medina, Minn.
Sold By: Polaris dealers nationwide from July 2012 through September 2012 for about $8,300.
Manufactured In: United States, Mexico
Units Affected: About 327
Distributed To: Nationwide
Contact: Polaris; toll-free at (888) 704-5290, from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. CT Monday through Friday, or online at www.polarisindustries.com and click on Help Center under the Services and Support tab, then Common Rider Questions, then Service bulletins/recalls to check your VIN number.
Agency Last Updated: January 13, 2015

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