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CPSC recall · Reported July 23, 2015

Polaris Recalls Youth RZR Recreational Off-Highway Vehicles Due to Fire Hazard (Recall Alert)

The vehicle's fuel pump retaining ring can leak, posing a fire hazard.

Recall #
15743
Affected scope
About 4,300
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Polaris Industries Inc., of Medina, Minn. recalled This recall involves Model Year 2015 Polaris Youth RZR® 170 EFI recreational off-highway … - a moderate-severity action.

Polaris Recalls Youth RZR Recreational Off-Highway Vehicles Due to Fire Hazard (Recall Al… was recalled by Polaris Industries Inc., of Medina, Minn. in July 23, 2015. Reason: The vehicle's fuel pump retaining ring can leak, posing a fire hazard.. Remedy: Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled Polaris RZR vehicles and contact the…. Verify recall #15743 with the CPSC before acting.

The recall

Polaris Industries Inc., of Medina, Minn. issued this moderate-severity CPSC recall-The vehicle's fuel pump retaining ring can leak, posing a fire hazard..

Moderate
severity level
July 23, 2015
reported

Sourced from official CPSC enforcement records. Verify recall #15743 with the agency before acting. Full product description, hazard, remedy, and related recalls are below.

Recall Insight

This CPSC action (record #15743) was formally reported on July 23, 2015. It is classified under Moderate severity, with a current status of Active. Polaris Industries Inc., of Medina, Minn. is listed as the recalling firm. Federal records list the affected scope as About 4,300.

The documented reason for this recall is: The vehicle's fuel pump retaining ring can leak, posing a fire hazard. 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 the recalled Polaris RZR vehicles and contact their local Polaris dealer to schedule a free repair. Polaris is contacting its customers directly and sending a … - 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, 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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Where this recall sits in the database

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Severity

Moderate

Affected scope

About 4,300

Related Recalls

6

3 from same agency

Product description

This recall involves Model Year 2015 Polaris Youth RZR® 170 EFI recreational off-highway vehicles with model number R15YAV17AA/AF and VINs between RF3YAV170FT000076 and RF3YAV17XFT005141. To see the complete list, visit the firm's website. The VIN is on the left-hand front frame tube. They were sold in both blue and red. The blue models have a "170 EFI" decal on the right and left side of the hood and an "RZR" decal on the right and left front fenders. The red models have a "170 EFI" decal on the right and left front fenders and a "RZR" decal on the right and left rear fenders.

Reason for recall

The vehicle's fuel pump retaining ring can leak, posing a fire hazard.

Remedy, what to do

Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled Polaris RZR vehicles and contact their local Polaris dealer to schedule a free repair. Polaris is contacting its customers directly and sending a recall letter to each registered owner of an affected product.

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 15743
Date reported July 23, 2015
Date initiated July 23, 2015
Recalling firm Polaris Industries Inc., of Medina, Minn.
Affected scope About 4,300
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 the recalled Polaris RZR vehicles and contact their local Polaris dealer to schedule a fr…

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  • 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?
This recall involves Model Year 2015 Polaris Youth RZR® 170 EFI recreational off-highway vehicles with model number R15YAV17AA/AF and VINs between RF3YAV170FT000076 and RF3YAV17XFT005141. To see the complete list, visit the firm's website. The VIN is on the left-hand front frame tube. They were sold in both blue and red. The blue models have a "170 EFI" decal on the right and left side of the hood and an "RZR" decal on the right and left front fenders. The red models have a "170 EFI" decal on the right and left front fenders and a "RZR" decal on the right and left rear fenders.. Recalled by Polaris Industries Inc., of Medina, Minn.. Units affected: About 4,300.
Why was this product recalled?
The vehicle's fuel pump retaining ring can leak, posing a fire hazard.
What should consumers do?
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled Polaris RZR vehicles and contact their local Polaris dealer to schedule a free repair. Polaris is contacting its customers directly and sending a recall letter to each registered owner of an affected product.
Which agency issued this recall?
This recall was issued by the CPSC on July 23, 2015. Severity: Moderate. Recall number: 15743.
How do I check if my product is affected by a recall?
Check the product description and recall number (15743) 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 July 23, 2015. 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.