Polaris Model Year 2004.5 Sportsman 500, Model Year 2005 Sportsman 400, Sportsman 500, Sportsman 600, Sportsman 700, Sportsman 6x6, Scrambler 500, Trail Boss and Magnum 330 ATVs
Published June 24, 2005
Summary
CPSC records recall 05583, published June 24, 2005. Recalling firm: Polaris Industries Inc., of Medina , Minn.; Reported units: About 61,020 (This recall was first announced in May 2005).
What's the hazard
Some 2004.5 and 2005 Model Year Sportsman, Scrambler 500 ATVs, Trail Boss and Magnum 330 ATVs were assembled with possibly defective Electronic Control Modules (ECM), which may fail and overheat. If this were to occur, excessive heat could cause a fire, possibly resulting in serious injury or death.
What to do
Free repair. Contact your Polaris ATV dealer to schedule an appointment for ECM replacement. Polaris has notified registered affected consumers directly about this recall.
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Recall details
- Brand
- Polaris Industries Inc., of Medina , Minn.
- Manufacturer
- Polaris Industries Inc., of Medina , Minn.
- Distributor
- Polaris dealers sold these ATVs nationwide, from August 2004 through February 2005, for between $3,799 and $7,699.
- Country
- US
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Questions about this recall
Was Polaris Model Year 2004.5 Sportsman 500, Model Year 2005 Sportsman 400, Sportsman 500, Sportsman 600, Sportsman 700, Sportsman 6x6, Scrambler 500, Trail Boss and Magnum 330 ATVs recalled?
Yes. CPSC published recall 05583 on June 24, 2005. Reported hazard: Some 2004.5 and 2005 Model Year Sportsman, Scrambler 500 ATVs, Trail Boss and Magnum 330 ATVs were assembled with possibly defective Electronic Control Modules (ECM), which may fail and overheat. If this were to occur, excessive heat could cause a fire, possibly resulting in serious injury or death.
What should I do if I have this product?
Free repair. Contact your Polaris ATV dealer to schedule an appointment for ECM replacement. Polaris has notified registered affected consumers directly about this recall.
How do I know if my unit is part of the recall?
Compare your product details with the notice. Brand: Polaris Industries Inc., of Medina , Minn..