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Engine Block and Battery Heaters Used on Polaris Snowmobiles Recalled Due to Shock Hazard

Reported: May 13, 2009 Initiated: May 13, 2009 #09743

Product Description

This recall involves model year 2009 Polaris IQ WIDETRAK snowmobiles with the engine block or battery heater directly installed. Model number S09PU7ES is printed on the right side of the tunnel below the seat. This recall also involves Polaris accessory engine block heaters and battery heaters.

Reason for Recall

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

Remedy

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.

Details

Units Affected
About 650
Official Source
https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2009/Engine-Block-and-Battery-Heaters-Used-on-Polaris-Snowmobiles-Recalled-Due-to-Shock-Hazard

Frequently Asked Questions

What product was recalled? ▼
This recall involves model year 2009 Polaris IQ WIDETRAK snowmobiles with the engine block or battery heater directly installed. Model number S09PU7ES is printed on the right side of the tunnel below the seat. This recall also involves Polaris accessory engine block heaters and battery heaters.. Recalled by Polaris Industries Inc., of Medina, Minn.. Units affected: About 650.
Why was this product recalled? ▼
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 consumers 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.
Which agency issued this recall? ▼
This recall was issued by the CPSC on May 13, 2009. Severity: Moderate. Recall number: 09743.

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