CPSC, Polaris Industries Announce Recall of ATVs

The mounting bolts on the front brake calipers were not tightened to the specified torque value. This may cause the bolts to loosen or fall out during operation, resulting in brak…

Recall #: 03517
Affected scope: About 2,400

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Polaris Industries, Inc., of Medina, Minn. recalled Only Polaris model year 2003 Predator ATVs with model numbers A00GJ50AA and A00GJ50AB are….

CPSC, Polaris Industries Announce Recall of ATVs was recalled by Polaris Industries, Inc., of Medina, Minn. in January 17, 2003. Reason: The mounting bolts on the front brake calipers were not tightened to the specified torque value. This may cau…. Remedy: Consumers should contact their Polaris dealer to schedule an appointment. The dealer will…. Verify recall #03517 with the CPSC before acting.

The recall

Polaris Industries, Inc., of Medina, Minn. issued this CPSC recall-The mounting bolts on the front brake calipers were not tightened to the specified torque value. This may cau….

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agency class: January 17, 2003
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Sourced from official CPSC enforcement records. Verify recall #03517 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.

Product description

Only Polaris model year 2003 Predator ATVs with model numbers A00GJ50AA and A00GJ50AB are part of this recall. The model number can be found on the lower left frame tube ahead of the engine. The ATVs have a red seat with gray and black chassis. "Predator" is prominently displayed on the right and left side of the front cab covering the fuel tank.

Reason for recall

The mounting bolts on the front brake calipers were not tightened to the specified torque value. This may cause the bolts to loosen or fall out during operation, resulting in brake failure. This could result in severe injury or death.

Remedy, what to do

Consumers should contact their Polaris dealer to schedule an appointment. The dealer will apply the correct torque to the front brake caliper retaining bolts.

Recall Profile

Structured summary of the CPSC recall record
Attribute	Value
Agency	U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission
Severity class	Not classified by agency
Status	Active
Recall number	03517
Date reported	January 17, 2003
Date initiated	January 17, 2003
Recalling firm	Polaris Industries, Inc., of Medina, Minn.
Affected scope	About 2,400
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 contact their Polaris dealer to schedule an appointment. The dealer will apply the correct torque to the front b…

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Why was this product recalled? ▼

What should consumers do? ▼

Consumers should contact their Polaris dealer to schedule an appointment. The dealer will apply the correct torque to the front brake caliper retaining bolts.

Which agency issued this recall? ▼

This recall was issued by the CPSC on January 17, 2003. CPSC does not publish a hazard classification for this recall. Recall number: 03517.

How do I report an injury from a recalled product? ▼

Report injuries to the issuing agency: CPSC at SaferProducts.gov, NHTSA at nhtsa.gov/report-a-safety-problem, or FDA via MedWatch. Document the product (photos, model/serial numbers, purchase receipts) and seek medical attention. Injury reports help agencies track hazard patterns and may strengthen enforcement actions.

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