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CPSCCPSC · Consumer products·Recall number 09743

2009 Widetrak Snowmobiles and Engine Block and Battery Heaters

Published May 13, 2009

Summary

CPSC records recall 09743, published May 13, 2009. Recalling firm: Polaris Industries Inc., of Medina, Minn.; Reported units: About 650.

What's the hazard

The insulation of the electrical cord for the engine and battery heaters can fail during cold temperatures, posing an electric shock hazard to consumers.

What to do

Consumers should immediately stop using the engine block heater or battery heater, and contact any Polaris dealer to schedule a free repair. Polaris has notified registered 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 nationwide from January 2008 through January 2009 for between $70 and $80. The WIDETRAK snowmobiles were sold from April 2008 through February 2009 for about $8,400.
Country
US

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Questions about this recall

Was 2009 Widetrak Snowmobiles and Engine Block and Battery Heaters recalled?

Yes. CPSC published recall 09743 on May 13, 2009. Reported hazard: The insulation of the electrical cord for the engine and battery heaters can fail during cold temperatures, posing an electric shock hazard to consumers.

What should I do if I have this product?

Consumers should immediately stop using the engine block heater or battery heater, and contact any Polaris dealer to schedule a free repair. Polaris has notified registered 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..

View official CPSC notice(opens on cpsc.gov)