November
12, 2003
Name
of Product: Magnum,
Trail Boss and ATP model all-terrain vehicles (ATVs)
Units:
14,000
Manufacturer:
Polaris
Industries Inc., of Minneapolis, Minn.
Hazard:
Damage to
the fuel tank grommet can cause a fuel leak, posing a serious fire hazard to
consumers.
Description: The recall involves the
Polaris model year 2003 and 2004 Magnum 330 4x4 and Magnum 330 Mossy Oak ATVs
and model year 2004 Magnum 330 2x4, Trail Boss 330, ATP 330, and ATP 500 ATVs.
The recalled ATVs have the following model numbers, which can be found on the
certification decal located on the front center body panel: A03CD32(AA)(AC),
A04CD32(AA)(AB)(AC), A04CB32(AA)(FC), A04CA32(AA)(AB), A04JD32AA, and
A04JD50(AA)(AB)(CA). The name "Polaris" is prominently displayed on
the right and left side of the seat and/or on the side body panels.
Sold
At: Authorized
Polaris dealers nationwide sold the ATVs from February 2003 through October
2003 for between $3,500 and $6,500.
Manufactured
In: United
States
Remedy:
Consumers
should stop using these ATVs immediately. Polaris will notify all consumers
with the recalled models and will arrange for a free repair from their
dealership or an authorized service center.
Consumer Contact: Consumers can contact Polaris at (800) POLARIS between 8 a.m. and 12 midnight ET Monday through Sunday.