Recreational Off-Highway Vehicles recalled over fire hazard

Recall date

September 1, 2016

Source

U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC)

Official notice title

Polaris Recalls RZR XP Turbo Recreational Off-Highway Vehicles Due to Fire Hazard; Severe Burn Injuries; Includes Previously Recalled RZR Turbo ROVs

Recall number

16257

Sold / distributed

Polaris dealers nationwide from August 2015 through July 2016 for between $25,000 and $27,500.

Why it was recalled

The vehicles' engine can overheat and turbo system's drain tube can loosen, posing a fire hazard.

What was recalled

This recall involves all model year 2016 Polaris RZR XP Turbo and RZR XP 4 Turbo recreational off-highway vehicles. The ROVs were sold in blue, gray, orange and red and have two or four seats and a rear box. "RZR" is printed on the rear box or on the right and left rear fenders and "Turbo" on the hood or on the right and left front fenders. "Polaris" is stamped onto the front grill. All models and Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) are included in this recall. To check for recalled vehicles visit www.polaris.com.

What to do

Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled ROVs and contact Polaris to schedule a free repair. Consumers will receive an extended warranty on each repaired RZR Turbo and a discount towards the purchase of a new vehicle.. Follow the official notice for full instructions.