CPSC recall · Reported August 17, 2018
Polaris Recalls ACE 150 and Ranger 150 Recreational Off-Highway Vehicles Due to Crash Hazard (Recall Alert)
The front suspension lower ball joint can separate over time, posing a crash hazard.
Polaris Industries Inc., of Medina, Minn. recalled This recall involves model year 2017-2018 Polaris ACE 150 and model year 2018 Polaris Ran….
Polaris Recalls ACE 150 and Ranger 150 Recreational Off-Highway Vehicles Due to Crash Haz… was recalled by Polaris Industries Inc., of Medina, Minn. in August 17, 2018. Reason: The front suspension lower ball joint can separate over time, posing a crash hazard.. Remedy: Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled ROVs and contact a Polaris dealer to…. Verify recall #18760 with the CPSC before acting.
The recall
Polaris Industries Inc., of Medina, Minn. issued this CPSC recall-The front suspension lower ball joint can separate over time, posing a crash hazard..
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- August 17, 2018
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Sourced from official CPSC enforcement records. Verify recall #18760 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.
Vehicles recalls over time
Where this recall sits in its category - 7,783 vehicles recalls on record
Product description
This recall involves model year 2017-2018 Polaris ACE 150 and model year 2018 Polaris Ranger 150 recreational off-highway vehicles. The recalled vehicles were sold in red and white. The recalled ACE 150 vehicles have "POLARIS" stamped on the front grille, a "POLARIS" decal on the bottom of the cab frame and an "ACE" decal on the rear fender. The VIN is located on the vehicle frame in the left rear wheel well and the model number is printed on the emissions label on the frame in the left front wheel well. The recalled Ranger 150 vehicles have "POLARIS" stamped on the front grille, a "150" decal on the front fender and a "RANGER" decal on the rear fender. The VIN is located on the vehicle frame in the left rear wheel well and the model number is printed on the emissions label on the frame in the right front wheel well. Polaris Model Year 2017 - 2018 ACE & Ranger 150 Year Model Number Model/Color 2017 A17HAA15A7 ACE 150 EFI INDY RED 2017 A17HAA15B7 ACE 150 EFI INDY RED (CA) 2018 A18HAA15B2 ACE 150 EFI, BRIGHT WHITE, LE 2018 A18HZA15B4 RANGER® 150 EFI SOLAR RED 2018 A18HAA15B7 ACE 150 EFI, INDY RED
Reason for recall
The front suspension lower ball joint can separate over time, posing a crash hazard.
Remedy, what to do
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled ROVs and contact a Polaris dealer to schedule a free repair. Polaris is contacting all registered owners directly.
Recall Profile
| Attribute | Value |
|---|---|
| Agency | U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission |
| Severity class | Not classified by agency |
| Status | Active |
| Recall number | 18760 |
| Date reported | August 17, 2018 |
| Date initiated | August 17, 2018 |
| Recalling firm | Polaris Industries Inc., of Medina, Minn. |
| Affected scope | About 5,900 |
| 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 a Polaris dealer to schedule a free repair. Polaris is cont…
- Check the recall number (18760) 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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