CPSC recall · Reported October 21, 2004
CPSC, Polaris Industries Announce Recall of RANGER 4x4 Utility Vehicles
The lower steering shaft assembly may have a missing or misplaced weld that connects the steering wheel to the steering gear box assembly. If a weld is missing or misplaced, the l…
Polaris Industries, Inc., of Medina, Minn. recalled All model year 2005 "RANGER 4x4" Utility Vehicles with model number R05RD50AA are part of….
CPSC, Polaris Industries Announce Recall of RANGER 4x4 Utility Vehicles was recalled by Polaris Industries, Inc., of Medina, Minn. in October 21, 2004. Reason: The lower steering shaft assembly may have a missing or misplaced weld that connects the steering wheel to th…. Remedy: Contact your Polaris dealer to schedule an appointment to replace the steering shaft asse…. Verify recall #05504 with the CPSC before acting.
The recall
Polaris Industries, Inc., of Medina, Minn. issued this CPSC recall-The lower steering shaft assembly may have a missing or misplaced weld that connects the steering wheel to th….
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- October 21, 2004
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Sourced from official CPSC enforcement records. Verify recall #05504 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
All model year 2005 "RANGER 4x4" Utility Vehicles with model number R05RD50AA are part of this recall. The model number is located on the upper right frame tube directly under the right side of the seat. The RANGER 4x4 Utility Vehicles have black seats with a green chassis. "RANGER 4x4" is prominently displayed on the right and left side of the rear cargo box.
Reason for recall
The lower steering shaft assembly may have a missing or misplaced weld that connects the steering wheel to the steering gear box assembly. If a weld is missing or misplaced, the lower steering shaft assembly could fail, causing the operator to lose control of the vehicle.
Remedy, what to do
Contact your Polaris dealer to schedule an appointment to replace the steering shaft assembly. Polaris has notified consumers directly about this recall.
Recall Profile
| Attribute | Value |
|---|---|
| Agency | U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission |
| Severity class | Not classified by agency |
| Status | Active |
| Recall number | 05504 |
| Date reported | October 21, 2004 |
| Date initiated | October 21, 2004 |
| Recalling firm | Polaris Industries, Inc., of Medina, Minn. |
| Affected scope | About 1,250 |
| 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
Contact your Polaris dealer to schedule an appointment to replace the steering shaft assembly. Polaris has notified consumers dir…
- Check the recall number (05504) 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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