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Polaris Recalls Patriot 850 MATRYX Snowmobiles Due to Injury Hazard (Recall Alert)

Reported: November 30, 2023 Initiated: November 30, 2023 #24722

Product Description

This recall involves certain VINs of Polaris Model Year 2022 Patriot 850 MATRYX RMK, INDY and SWITCHBACK with electric start snowmobiles. In addition, this recall involves primary (drive) clutches sold as service parts with part number 1323613 (e-start). The recalled snowmobiles were sold in black and custom color combinations. "POLARIS" is stamped on the front side paneling of the vehicles. The VIN and Model Number are located on the right side of the vehicle's frame.

Reason for Recall

The ring gear on the primary clutch can fail, causing the clutch assembly components to come loose, posing an injury hazard to consumers.

Remedy

Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled snowmobiles and contact Polaris or an authorized Polaris dealer to schedule a free repair to replace the primary (drive) clutch. Polaris has notified consumers to stop riding the snowmobiles and is contacting registered owners directly.

Details

Units Affected
About 2,900 (In addition, about 1,433 were sold in Canada)
Official Source
https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2024/Polaris-Recalls-Patriot-850-MATRYX-Snowmobiles-Due-to-Injury-Hazard-Recall-Alert

Frequently Asked Questions

What product was recalled? ▼
This recall involves certain VINs of Polaris Model Year 2022 Patriot 850 MATRYX RMK, INDY and SWITCHBACK with electric start snowmobiles. In addition, this recall involves primary (drive) clutches sold as service parts with part number 1323613 (e-start). The recalled snowmobiles were sold in black and custom color combinations. "POLARIS" is stamped on the front side paneling of the vehicles. The VIN and Model Number are located on the right side of the vehicle's frame.. Recalled by Polaris Industries Inc., of Medina, Minnesota. Units affected: About 2,900 (In addition, about 1,433 were sold in Canada).
Why was this product recalled? ▼
The ring gear on the primary clutch can fail, causing the clutch assembly components to come loose, posing an injury hazard to consumers.
What should consumers do? ▼
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled snowmobiles and contact Polaris or an authorized Polaris dealer to schedule a free repair to replace the primary (drive) clutch. Polaris has notified consumers to stop riding the snowmobiles and is contacting registered owners directly.
Which agency issued this recall? ▼
This recall was issued by the CPSC on November 30, 2023. Severity: Moderate. Recall number: 24722.

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