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CPSCCPSC · Consumer products·Recall number 06503

Polaris Snowmobiles

Published October 14, 2005

Summary

CPSC records recall 06503, published October 14, 2005. Recalling firm: Polaris Industries Inc., of Medina, Minn.; Reported units: About 16,640.

What's the hazard

The fuel tank filler neck on these snowmobiles can crack. A crack in the filler neck area may cause the filler neck to separate from the fuel tank. A crack or filler neck separation may allow fuel or fuel vapors to escape from the fuel tank, posing a fire hazard.

What to do

Consumers should stop using these vehicles immediately. Polaris has notified registered affected consumers directly about this recall. Contact your Polaris snowmobile dealer to schedule an appointment for the fuel neck reinforcement kit installation.

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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 snowmobiles nationwide from August 2004 through September 2005 for between $7,899 and $11,599.
Country
US

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Questions about this recall

Was Polaris Snowmobiles recalled?

Yes. CPSC published recall 06503 on October 14, 2005. Reported hazard: The fuel tank filler neck on these snowmobiles can crack. A crack in the filler neck area may cause the filler neck to separate from the fuel tank. A crack or filler neck separation may allow fuel or fuel vapors to escape from the fuel tank, posing a fire hazard.

What should I do if I have this product?

Consumers should stop using these vehicles immediately. Polaris has notified registered affected consumers directly about this recall. Contact your Polaris snowmobile dealer to schedule an appointment for the fuel neck reinforcement kit installation.

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..

View official CPSC notice(opens on cpsc.gov)