Polaris Recalls Sportsman 570 All-Terrain Vehicles Due to Fuel Leak, Fire Hazards

WASHINGTON, July 19, 2017 /PRNewswire-USNewswire/ -- https://cpsc.gov/Recalls/2017/Polaris-Recalls-Sportsman-570-All-Terrain-Vehicles

Recall Summary

Name of Product: Sportsman 570 all-terrain vehicles (ATVs)

Hazard: Fuel can leak into the headlight pod, posing fuel leak and fire hazards.

Remedy: Repair 

Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled ATVs and contact Polaris to schedule a free repair. Polaris is contacting all known purchasers directly.

Consumer Contact:

Polaris toll-free at 800-765-2747 from 7 a.m. through 7 p.m. CT Monday through Friday, or online at www.polaris.com and click on "Off Road Safety Recalls" for more information. In addition, check your vehicle identification number (VIN) on the "Product Safety Recalls" page to see if your vehicle is included in any recalls.

Recall Details

Units: About 25,600

Description

This recall involves model year 2014 Polaris Sportsman 570 all-terrain vehicles (ATVs). The ATVs were sold in several colors. "Polaris" is printed on the front grill, and "Sportsman 570" is printed on the side panel.

Incidents/Injuries: Polaris has received 30 reports of fuel leaks and four incidents involving a fire. No injuries have been reported.

Sold At: Polaris dealers from April 2014 through May 2017 for between $6,500 and $7,700.

Importer: Polaris Industries Inc., of Medina, Minn.

Manufacturer: Polaris Industries Inc., of Medina, Minn.

Manufactured in: U.S.

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SOURCE U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission

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