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Fire / OverheatingApril 15, 2003CPSC #03536

CPSC, Polaris Industries Inc. Announce Recall of Polaris Xpedition 325, Trail Boss 325, and Magnum 325 ATVs

Product
ATVs & Off-Road
Units affected
56,000
Remedy
repair

What was recalled

These products are 4-wheeled vehicles intended for use in off-road areas.

Hazard

The ATVs may have loose or leaking oil cooler line clamps, that can release hot pressurized oil. This may lead to thermal burns, to engine failure due to oil pressure loss and, in rare circumstances, could cause a vehicle fire.

Injuries

Polaris Industries Inc. has received 1,290 warranty claims or service calls pertaining to the loose or leaking oil cooler line clamps. There have been 20 minor injuries associated with oil line failures; these injuries have been first or second degree burns, bruises and skin rashes resulting from the leaking oil.

Where it was sold

  • Polaris dealers nationwide sold these vehicles, from January 1999 through August 2000, for approximately $6,000.

Photos

Recalled MY 2000 Magnum 325 ATV 4x4Recalled MY 2000 Magnum 325 ATV 4x4Recalled MY 2000 Trailboss 325 ATVRecalled MY 2000 Xpedition 325 ATV
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