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Polaris Recalls GENERAL Recreational Off-Highway Vehicles Due to Crash Hazard (Recall Alert)

Reported: August 22, 2017 Initiated: August 22, 2017 #17763

Product Description

This recall involves all model year 2017 Polaris GENERAL Base and GENERAL Hunter two-seat, side-by-side recreational off-highway vehicles (ROVs). The GENERAL Base was sold in red and the GENERAL Hunter was sold in camo. "Polaris" is printed on the front grill, "GENERAL" is printed on the rear panel and "1000" is printed on the front panel. The VIN is printed on the left rear vehicle frame below the cargo box.

Reason for Recall

Inconsistent tire pressure information can result in improperly-inflated tires, posing a crash hazard.

Remedy

Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled vehicles and contact Polaris for a new tire pressure label and addendum to the owner's manual. All known purchasers are being contacted directly by the firm.

Frequently Asked Questions

What product was recalled?
This recall involves all model year 2017 Polaris GENERAL Base and GENERAL Hunter two-seat, side-by-side recreational off-highway vehicles (ROVs). The GENERAL Base was sold in red and the GENERAL Hunter was sold in camo. "Polaris" is printed on the front grill, "GENERAL" is printed on the rear panel and "1000" is printed on the front panel. The VIN is printed on the left rear vehicle frame below the cargo box.. Recalled by Polaris Industries Inc., of Medina, Minn.. Units affected: About 1,600.
Why was this product recalled?
Inconsistent tire pressure information can result in improperly-inflated tires, posing a crash hazard.
What should consumers do?
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled vehicles and contact Polaris for a new tire pressure label and addendum to the owner's manual. All known purchasers are being contacted directly by the firm.
Which agency issued this recall?
This recall was issued by the CPSC on August 22, 2017. Severity: Moderate. Recall number: 17763.