[Recalled] 2000, 2001 and 2002 Polaris "Xpedition 425" All-Terrain Vehicles (ATVs) — The recalled ATVs are the 2000, 2001 and 2002 model year "Xpedition 425" with 5… | CPSC 2001-11-20
A safety authority has issued a recall or warning for this item. The confirmed facts from the source notice are laid out below.
Recall details
| Product | 2000, 2001 and 2002 Polaris "Xpedition 425" All-Terrain Vehicles (ATVs) |
|---|---|
| Brand / manufacturer | Polaris Industries Inc., of Medina, Minn. |
| Category | consumer_product |
| Issuing authority | CPSC |
| Reference | 02044 |
| Country of notice | United States |
| Hazard type | recall |
| Notice date | 20 November 2001 |
Why it was recalled
According to the CPSC notice, the identified hazard is: The recalled ATVs are the 2000, 2001 and 2002 model year "Xpedition 425" with 5-speed manual transmissions. The ATVs are either red or a tan metallic, and have "Xpedition 425" and "Polaris" written on both sides of the bodywork. On the left-hand side of the ATV on the clutch cover, near the footrest, appear the words "5-Speed". Hazards: Screws in the ATV's manual transmission can loosen, causing the rear wheels to lock. This can cause the driver to lose control of the ATV and crash, possibly resulting in injury or death.
This safety recall concerns consumer_product products distributed in United States and was recorded by CPSC. Recalls in this category are published so that owners, retailers, and importers can identify affected units and act quickly.
What to do if you own this product
Review the official notice to confirm whether your unit is affected.
Read the full official notice →
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