CPSC recall · Reported December 6, 2007
Polaris Recalls Certain Ranger Utility Vehicles Due to Fire and Burn Hazards
The utility vehicle's fuel tank can leak, posing fire and burn hazards to consumers.
Polaris Industries Inc., of Medina, Minn. recalled Model Year 2008 Polaris Ranger RZR 800 EFI utility vehicles with model number R08VH76AD (….
Polaris Recalls Certain Ranger Utility Vehicles Due to Fire and Burn Hazards was recalled by Polaris Industries Inc., of Medina, Minn. in December 6, 2007. Reason: The utility vehicle's fuel tank can leak, posing fire and burn hazards to consumers.. Remedy: Consumers should stop using the recalled utility vehicles immediately and contact their l…. Verify recall #08521 with the CPSC before acting.
The recall
Polaris Industries Inc., of Medina, Minn. issued this CPSC recall-The utility vehicle's fuel tank can leak, posing fire and burn hazards to consumers..
- None
- agency class
- 330 units
- affected scope
- December 6, 2007
- reported
Sourced from official CPSC enforcement records. Verify recall #08521 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
Model Year 2008 Polaris Ranger RZR 800 EFI utility vehicles with model number R08VH76AD (red), and model number R08VH76AG (green) are included in this recall. They were manufactured between August 21, 2007 and October 3, 2007. The model number decal is located under the passenger seat.
Reason for recall
The utility vehicle's fuel tank can leak, posing fire and burn hazards to consumers.
Remedy, what to do
Consumers should stop using the recalled utility vehicles immediately and contact their local Polaris dealer to arrange for a fuel tank inspection free of charge and, if necessary, a free repair.
Recall Profile
| Attribute | Value |
|---|---|
| Agency | U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission |
| Severity class | Not classified by agency |
| Status | Active |
| Recall number | 08521 |
| Date reported | December 6, 2007 |
| Date initiated | December 6, 2007 |
| Recalling firm | Polaris Industries Inc., of Medina, Minn. |
| Affected scope | 330 |
| 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 the recalled utility vehicles immediately and contact their local Polaris dealer to arrange for a fue…
- Check the recall number (08521) 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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