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CPSC recall · Reported February 21, 2012

Pro Armor Recalls Latches for Utility Vehicle Doors Due to Ejection and Laceration Hazards

The latch pin can disengage from the latch allowing the door to open while the vehicle is moving. This can pose a risk of ejection of an unrestrained rider and impact or laceratio…

Recall #
12723
Affected scope
About 5,200
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Lsi Products Inc. dba Pro Armor of Riverside, Cal. recalled The Pro Armor Slam Latches are black metal door latches sold for use in Polaris RZR, Can-… - a moderate-severity action.

Pro Armor Recalls Latches for Utility Vehicle Doors Due to Ejection and Laceration Hazards was recalled by Lsi Products Inc. dba Pro Armor of Riverside, Cal. in February 21, 2012. Reason: The latch pin can disengage from the latch allowing the door to open while the vehicle is moving. This can po…. Remedy: Consumers should immediately stop using vehicles with this latch installed and contact Pr…. Verify recall #12723 with the CPSC before acting.

The recall

Lsi Products Inc. dba Pro Armor of Riverside, Cal. issued this moderate-severity CPSC recall-The latch pin can disengage from the latch allowing the door to open while the vehicle is moving. This can po….

Moderate
severity level
February 21, 2012
reported

Sourced from official CPSC enforcement records. Verify recall #12723 with the agency before acting. Full product description, hazard, remedy, and related recalls are below.

Recall Insight

This CPSC action (record #12723) was formally reported on February 21, 2012. It is classified under Moderate severity, with a current status of Active. Lsi Products Inc. dba Pro Armor of Riverside, Cal. is listed as the recalling firm. Federal records list the affected scope as About 5,200.

The documented reason for this recall is: The latch pin can disengage from the latch allowing the door to open while the vehicle is moving. This can pose a risk of ejection of an unrestrained rider and impact or laceration hazards. Distribution information was not included in the agency filing, so consumers should assume broad potential exposure until the firm publishes point-of-sale details. The remedy documented by the agency is: Consumers should immediately stop using vehicles with this latch installed and contact Pro Armor for a free repair kit. - consumers holding this product should act on that instruction rather than relying on general guidance.

Within the same product category the archive holds 6 closely related recalls, 6 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.

Vehicles recalls over time

Where this recall sits in its category - 7,642 vehicles recalls on record

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Where this recall sits in the database

Of 101,704 recalls in the database, 24,878 are high severity, 72,426 moderate, and 4,400 low. This recall is classified moderate severity.

Counts reflect market size and reporting activity, not inherent danger, we do not rank products by risk from raw recall volume.

Severity

Moderate

Affected scope

About 5,200

Related Recalls

6

6 from same agency

Product description

The Pro Armor Slam Latches are black metal door latches sold for use in Polaris RZR, Can-Am Commander and Kawasaki Teryx utility vehicles. The latches were sold separately or purchased as an add-on installed on a door that was bought separately.

Reason for recall

The latch pin can disengage from the latch allowing the door to open while the vehicle is moving. This can pose a risk of ejection of an unrestrained rider and impact or laceration hazards.

Remedy, what to do

Consumers should immediately stop using vehicles with this latch installed and contact Pro Armor for a free repair kit.

Recall Profile

Structured summary of the CPSC recall record
Attribute Value
Agency U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission
Severity class Moderate
Status Active
Recall number 12723
Date reported February 21, 2012
Date initiated February 21, 2012
Recalling firm Lsi Products Inc. dba Pro Armor of Riverside, Cal.
Affected scope About 5,200
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 immediately stop using vehicles with this latch installed and contact Pro Armor for a free repair kit.

  • Check the recall number (12723) 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

What product was recalled?
The Pro Armor Slam Latches are black metal door latches sold for use in Polaris RZR, Can-Am Commander and Kawasaki Teryx utility vehicles. The latches were sold separately or purchased as an add-on installed on a door that was bought separately.. Recalled by Lsi Products Inc. dba Pro Armor of Riverside, Cal.. Units affected: About 5,200.
Why was this product recalled?
The latch pin can disengage from the latch allowing the door to open while the vehicle is moving. This can pose a risk of ejection of an unrestrained rider and impact or laceration hazards.
What should consumers do?
Consumers should immediately stop using vehicles with this latch installed and contact Pro Armor for a free repair kit.
Which agency issued this recall?
This recall was issued by the CPSC on February 21, 2012. Severity: Moderate. Recall number: 12723.
How do I check if my product is affected by a recall?
Check the product description and recall number (12723) against your product. Visit the official CPSC website for the most current information. You can also use our Recall Checker tool to search by product name or brand.
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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Every figure on PlainRecalls is rendered directly from official FDA, CPSC and NHTSA recall records, no number is typed in by an editor. This recall: CPSC, reported February 21, 2012. Severity classes follow each agency's own taxonomy (FDA Class I/II/III; CPSC and NHTSA by hazard type), and related-recall context is computed across the full archive. See our editorial standards & corrections policy, the methodology behind these numbers, or report a data error. Data current as of July 2026.