Severity
Moderate
CPSC recall · Reported October 17, 2017
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… - a moderate-severity action.
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 moderate-severity CPSC recall-The exhaust header pipe can crack and release hot exhaust gases into the engine compartment, posing fire and ….
Sourced from official CPSC enforcement records. Verify recall #18011 with the agency before acting. Full product description, hazard, remedy, and related recalls are below.
This CPSC action (record #18011) was formally reported on October 17, 2017. 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 6,300.
The documented reason for this recall is: The exhaust header pipe can crack and release hot exhaust gases into the engine compartment, posing fire and burn 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 the recalled ROVs and contact Polaris to schedule a free repair. Polaris is contacting all known purchasers directly. - 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.
Where this recall sits in its category - 7,642 vehicles recalls on record
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.
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Severity
Moderate
Affected scope
About 6,300
Related Recalls
6
6 from same agency
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
The exhaust header pipe can crack and release hot exhaust gases into the engine compartment, posing fire and burn hazards.
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled ROVs and contact Polaris to schedule a free repair. Polaris is contacting all known purchasers directly.
| Attribute | Value |
|---|---|
| Agency | U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission |
| Severity class | Moderate |
| 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…
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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