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CPSC, Polaris Industries Announce Recall of ATVs (03517)

U.S. CPSCFallsJan 17, 2003
Recalled 2003 Polaris "Predator" ATV
Recalled 2003 Polaris "Predator" ATV

Photos from the official notice: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission · image rights

Hazard

The mounting bolts on the front brake calipers were not tightened to the specified torque value. This may cause the bolts to loosen or fall out during operation, resulting in brake failure. This could result in severe injury or death.

Remedy

Consumers should contact their Polaris dealer to schedule an appointment. The dealer will apply the correct torque to the front brake caliper retaining bolts.

Incidents & injuries

None reported.

Product description

Only Polaris model year 2003 Predator ATVs with model numbers A00GJ50AA and A00GJ50AB are part of this recall. The model number can be found on the lower left frame tube ahead of the engine. The ATVs have a red seat with gray and black chassis. "Predator" is prominently displayed on the right and left side of the front cab covering the fuel tank.

Sold on

Polaris dealers sold these ATVs nationwide, from November through December 2002, for between $6,000 and $6,300.

Contact the company

For more information, contact Polaris at (800) 765-2747 between 7 a.m. and 2 a.m. ET Monday through Friday and between 8 a.m. and 12 a.m. on weekends, or log on to the company's website at www.polarisindustries.com. Polaris has notified consumers directly about this recall.

What should I do?

Stop using the product and follow the remedy below. Contact the company for a refund, repair or replacement — recall remedies are free.

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