CPSC, Polaris Industries Announce Recall of RANGER 4x4 Utility Vehicles
U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission recall (2004-10-21). Hazards: crash. Models: R05RD50AA. About 1,250 units in the US.
| Agency | U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission |
|---|---|
| Recall number | 05504 |
| Published | 2004-10-21 |
| Last updated | 2024-11-12 |
| Product category | Utility, Off-Road Vehicles/Golf Carts |
| Products | Polaris "RANGER 4x4" Utility Vehicle |
| Firm named in the title | Polaris Industries |
| Firms | Polaris Industries, Inc., of Medina, Minn. (manufacturer) |
| Manufactured in | United States |
| Units (US) | 1,250 |
| Model numbers | R05RD50AA |
| Hazard classes | crash |
| Remedy classes | replace |
| Sold | Polaris dealers sold these Utility Vehicles nationwide, from June 2004 to September 2004, for about $8,899. |
Description
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.
Hazard
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.
Remedy
Contact your Polaris dealer to schedule an appointment to replace the steering shaft assembly. Polaris has notified consumers directly about this recall.
Incidents and injuries
There have been 2 reports of the lower steering shaft assembly failing. No injuries have been reported.
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