CPSC recall · Reported October 17, 2017
Polaris Recalls ACE 325 Recreational Off-Highway Vehicles Due to Fire and Burn Hazards
The exhaust header pipe can crack and release hot exhaust gases into the engine compartment, posing fire and burn hazards.
Polaris Industries Inc., of Medina, Minn. recalled This recall involves all model year 2014 through 2016 Polaris ACE 325 recreational off-hi….
Polaris Recalls ACE 325 Recreational Off-Highway Vehicles Due to Fire and Burn Hazards was recalled by Polaris Industries Inc., of Medina, Minn. in October 17, 2017. Reason: The exhaust header pipe can crack and release hot exhaust gases into the engine compartment, posing fire and …. Remedy: Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled ROVs and contact Polaris to schedule…. Verify recall #18011 with the CPSC before acting.
The recall
Polaris Industries Inc., of Medina, Minn. issued this CPSC recall-The exhaust header pipe can crack and release hot exhaust gases into the engine compartment, posing fire and ….
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- agency class
- October 17, 2017
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Sourced from official CPSC enforcement records. Verify recall #18011 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
This recall involves all model year 2014 through 2016 Polaris ACE 325 recreational off-highway vehicles (ROVs). The recalled ROVs have a single seat and were sold in white, green and red. For model year 2014 and 2015 ATVs, "Polaris" is printed on the front grill and "Ace" is printed on the rear panel. For model year 2016 ATVs, "Polaris" is printed on the front grill and "Polaris Ace" is printed on the rear panel. The VIN is printed on the right front frame of the vehicles. Year Model Description 2014 A14BH33AJ Ace 325 in white 2015 A15DAA32AA Ace 325 in green 2015 A15DAA32AJ Ace 325 in white 2016 A16DAA32A1 Ace 325 in green 2016 A16DAA32A7 Ace 325 in red
Reason for recall
The exhaust header pipe can crack and release hot exhaust gases into the engine compartment, posing fire and burn hazards.
Remedy, what to do
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled ROVs and contact Polaris to schedule a free repair. Polaris is contacting all known purchasers directly.
Recall Profile
| Attribute | Value |
|---|---|
| Agency | U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission |
| Severity class | Not classified by agency |
| Status | Active |
| Recall number | 18011 |
| Date reported | October 17, 2017 |
| Date initiated | October 17, 2017 |
| Recalling firm | Polaris Industries Inc., of Medina, Minn. |
| Affected scope | About 6,300 |
| 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 ROVs and contact Polaris to schedule a free repair. Polaris is contacting al…
- Check the recall number (18011) 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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