CPSC recall · Reported November 20, 2001
CPSC, Polaris Industries Inc. Announce Recall of ATVs
Screws in the ATV's manual transmission can loosen, causing the rear wheels to lock. This can cause the driver to lose control of the ATV and crash, possibly resulting in injury o…
Polaris Industries Inc., of Medina, Minn. recalled The recalled ATVs are the 2000, 2001 and 2002 model year "Xpedition 425" with 5-speed man….
CPSC, Polaris Industries Inc. Announce Recall of ATVs was recalled by Polaris Industries Inc., of Medina, Minn. in November 20, 2001. Reason: Screws in the ATV's manual transmission can loosen, causing the rear wheels to lock. This can cause the drive…. Remedy: Consumers should stop using these ATVs immediately and contact their local Polaris dealer…. Verify recall #02044 with the CPSC before acting.
The recall
Polaris Industries Inc., of Medina, Minn. issued this CPSC recall-Screws in the ATV's manual transmission can loosen, causing the rear wheels to lock. This can cause the drive….
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- agency class
- November 20, 2001
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Sourced from official CPSC enforcement records. Verify recall #02044 with the agency before acting. Full product description, hazard, remedy, and related recalls are below.
Recall Insight
This recall's affected scope, documented in the Recall Profile below, stays within a single-region or limited-distribution footprint. Distribution information was not included in the agency filing, so consumers should assume broad potential exposure until the firm publishes point-of-sale details. Consumers holding this product should act on the agency's documented remedy above rather than relying on general guidance.
Within the same product category the archive holds 6 closely related recalls, 3 from CPSC - clustering in a narrow category often points to a systemic quality-control or supplier issue rather than a one-off defect. Always verify the recall number against the official agency record before acting.
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Product description
The recalled ATVs are the 2000, 2001 and 2002 model year "Xpedition 425" with 5-speed manual transmissions. The ATVs are either red or a tan metallic, and have "Xpedition 425" and "Polaris" written on both sides of the bodywork. On the left-hand side of the ATV on the clutch cover, near the footrest, appear the words "5-Speed".
Reason for recall
Screws in the ATV's manual transmission can loosen, causing the rear wheels to lock. This can cause the driver to lose control of the ATV and crash, possibly resulting in injury or death.
Remedy, what to do
Consumers should stop using these ATVs immediately and contact their local Polaris dealer to schedule a free repair.
Recall Profile
| Attribute | Value |
|---|---|
| Agency | U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission |
| Severity class | Not classified by agency |
| Status | Active |
| Recall number | 02044 |
| Date reported | November 20, 2001 |
| Date initiated | November 20, 2001 |
| Recalling firm | Polaris Industries Inc., of Medina, Minn. |
| Affected scope | About 12,000 |
| Distribution | Not disclosed |
| Official source | CPSC notice → |
Profile values are sourced directly from the official CPSC enforcement record. Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission.
What to do with this recall
Consumers should stop using these ATVs immediately and contact their local Polaris dealer to schedule a free repair.
- Check the recall number (02044) and product description against the item you own. Search the archive
- Confirm the current status and remedy on the official CPSC notice before acting. CPSC notice
- Follow the documented remedy (refund, replacement, repair, or disposal) rather than general advice. What to do next
This page summarizes the official CPSC record for research and awareness; it is not legal, medical, or safety advice. Verify with the issuing agency before acting.
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