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Polaris Snowmobiles
Official notice
10 Dec 2015
Last checked
10 Dec 2015
An official CPSC notice concerns Polaris Snowmobiles. The steering pitman arm or drag link can crack and result in a loss of steering, posing a crash hazard. Published 2015-12-10.
What to do now
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled snowmobiles and contact their local Polaris dealer to schedule a free repair. Polaris is contacting its customers directly and sending a recall letter to each registered owner.
Units affected
4,700
Recall number
16712
Official notice
2015-12-10
The hazard
The hazard
The steering pitman arm or drag link can crack and result in a loss of steering, posing a crash hazard.
How to check if you're affected
How to check if you're affected
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Company & contacts
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Brand: Polaris. Contact: Polaris toll-free at 888-704-5290 from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. CT Monday through Friday or online at www.polaris.com and click on "Product Safety Recalls" for more information.. Phone 888-704-5290.
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Documents, notices & source
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