CONSUMER SAFETY ALERT

An electrical short can lead to overheating in the rear tail light wiring harnesses, posing a fire hazard to consumers.
Official Consumer Product Safety Recall • August 4, 2009

Polaris Recalls Ranger Side-by-Side Vehicles Due to Fire Hazard

The recall involves certain 2009 Polaris Ranger side-by-side, off-road vehicles. The model and serial number identification decal is located under the front seat, on the right-side seat support. The recall includes the models listed below: Model Numbers Model Name R09RF68AF Ranger 700 EFI 6x6 R09RF68AR Ranger 700 EFI 6x6 R09WH68AC Ranger 700 EFI Crew R09WH68AG Ranger 700 EFI Crew R09WH68AL Ranger 700 EFI Crew R09WH68AR Ranger 700 EFI Crew R09WH68AZ Ranger 700 EFI Crew

Required Consumer Action

Consumers should stop using the recalled vehicles immediately and contact any Polaris Ranger dealer to schedule a free repair. Polaris has notified registered consumers directly about this recall.

Contact Information

For further information, contact Polaris toll-free at (888) 704-5290 between 8 a.m. and 5 p.m. CT Monday through Friday or visit the company's Web site at www.polarisindustries.com

Recall Details

Sold At
Polaris dealers nationwide from December 2008 through July 2009 for about $11,500.
Injuries
The firm has received 46 reports of overheating in the vehicle's tail light area, resulting in melting of plastic. In 22 of these reports, consumers reported small flames. No injuries have been reported.
Manufacturer
Polaris Industries Inc., of Medina, Minn.
Recall Number
09762

Product Information

Product Name
2009 Polaris Ranger "Crew" and "6x6" Side-by-Side Recreational Vehicles
Product Type
Utility, Off-Road Vehicles/Golf Carts
Number of Units
About 3,800
Manufacturer Name
Polaris Industries Inc., of Medina, Minn.
Manufactured In
United States

Register This Product

Contact Manufacturer

Use the contact information below to reach out about this recall:

Phone (888) 704-5290
Website www.polarisindustries.com
Full Contact Information

For further information, contact Polaris toll-free at (888) 704-5290 between 8 a.m. and 5 p.m. CT Monday through Friday or visit the company's Web site at www.polarisindustries.com