CONSUMER SAFETY ALERT
The lower steering shaft assembly may have a missing or misplaced weld that connects the steering wheel to the steering gear box assembly. If a weld is missing or misplaced, the lower steering shaft assembly could fail, causing the operator to lose control of the vehicle.
CPSC, Polaris Industries Announce Recall of RANGER 4x4 Utility Vehicles
All model year 2005 "RANGER 4x4" Utility Vehicles with model number R05RD50AA are part of this recall. The model number is located on the upper right frame tube directly under the right side of the seat. The RANGER 4x4 Utility Vehicles have black seats with a green chassis. "RANGER 4x4" is prominently displayed on the right and left side of the rear cargo box.
Required Consumer Action
Contact your Polaris dealer to schedule an appointment to replace the steering shaft assembly. Polaris has notified consumers directly about this recall.
Contact Information
Call Polaris at (800) 765-2747 between 8 a.m. and 12 midnight ET any day, or log on to the company's website at www.polarisindustries.com
Recall Details
Sold At
Polaris dealers sold these Utility Vehicles nationwide, from June 2004 to September 2004, for about $8,899.
Injuries
There have been 2 reports of the lower steering shaft assembly failing. No injuries have been reported.
Manufacturer
Polaris Industries, Inc., of Medina, Minn.
Recall Number
05504
Product Information
Product Name
Polaris "RANGER 4x4" Utility Vehicle
Product Type
Utility, Off-Road Vehicles/Golf Carts
Number of Units
About 1,250
Manufacturer Name
Polaris Industries, Inc., of Medina, Minn.
Manufactured In
United States