Polaris General side-by-side recreational off-highway vehicles recalled over injury risk

Recall date

October 30, 2017

Source

U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC)

Official notice title

Polaris Recalls General Recreational Off-Highway Vehicles Due to Crash Hazard

Recall number

18018

Brand / firm

Polaris Industries Inc., of Medina, Minn.

Sold / distributed

Polaris dealers nationwide from December 2015 through September 2015 for between $16,000 and $21,000.

Why it was recalled

The steering wheel shaft can shift and detach while in use, resulting in a loss of control and crash hazard.

What was recalled

This recall involves model year 2016 and 2017 Polaris General 2- and 4-seat side-by-side recreational off-highway vehicles. The vehicles were sold in black, blue, camouflage, orange, red, silver and white and have a cargo box on the back. "Polaris" is printed on the front grill, "GENERAL" is printed on the rear panel and "1000" is printed on the front panel. The VIN is printed on the left rear vehicle frame below the cargo box.

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.. Follow the official notice for full instructions.