CPSC recall · Reported January 5, 2023
Polaris Recalls Sportsman and Scrambler 1000 S All-Terrain Vehicles Due to Fire Hazard (Recall Alert)
Electrostatic discharge outside the fuel tank can ignite fuel spills while refueling, posing a fire hazard.
Polaris Industries Inc., of Medina, Minnesota recalled This recall involves certain vehicle identification numbers (VINs) of Model Year 2020-202….
Polaris Recalls Sportsman and Scrambler 1000 S All-Terrain Vehicles Due to Fire Hazard (R… was recalled by Polaris Industries Inc., of Medina, Minnesota in January 5, 2023. Reason: Electrostatic discharge outside the fuel tank can ignite fuel spills while refueling, posing a fire hazard.. Remedy: Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled vehicles and contact a Polaris deale…. Verify recall #23720 with the CPSC before acting.
The recall
Polaris Industries Inc., of Medina, Minnesota issued this CPSC recall-Electrostatic discharge outside the fuel tank can ignite fuel spills while refueling, posing a fire hazard..
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- January 5, 2023
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Sourced from official CPSC enforcement records. Verify recall #23720 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 certain vehicle identification numbers (VINs) of Model Year 2020-2023 Sportsman 1000 S and Scrambler 1000 S ATVs. The recalled ATVs were sold in the following colors: black, orange, gray, blue and graphite. POLARIS is stamped on the front grille and POLARIS and Sportsman or Scrambler are printed on the sides of the vehicles. The model name, including "XP" is also printed on the side of the chassis. The VIN is located on the ATV's left rear frame.
Reason for recall
Electrostatic discharge outside the fuel tank can ignite fuel spills while refueling, posing a fire hazard.
Remedy, what to do
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled vehicles and contact a Polaris dealer to schedule a free repair. Polaris will instruct dealers to install new fuel filler neck clamps and, if needed, a fill neck cover. Polaris has notified consumers to stop riding the vehicles and is contacting registered owners directly to provide more details about the repair.
Recall Profile
| Attribute | Value |
|---|---|
| Agency | U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission |
| Severity class | Not classified by agency |
| Status | Active |
| Recall number | 23720 |
| Date reported | January 5, 2023 |
| Date initiated | January 5, 2023 |
| Recalling firm | Polaris Industries Inc., of Medina, Minnesota |
| Affected scope | About 3,800 (In addition, about 780 were sold in Canada) |
| 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 vehicles and contact a Polaris dealer to schedule a free repair. Polaris wil…
- Check the recall number (23720) 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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