[Recalled] Polaris Snowmobiles with Electric Starts and Models with Electric Start Kits — The recall includes Polaris Model Year 2006 700IQ Classic, 700 IQ Touring, Sele… | CPSC 2006-04-11

Regulators flagged this product in an official safety action. Here is what the notice says and what it means for owners.

Recall details

Why it was recalled

According to the CPSC notice, the identified hazard is: The recall includes Polaris Model Year 2006 700IQ Classic, 700 IQ Touring, Select Model Year 2005 900 Fusion, 900 RMK, 900 Switchback, Select Model Year 2006 700 IQ Fusion, RMK, and Select Model Year 2006 900 Fusion, RMK Switchback Snowmobiles with Accessory Electric Start Kits. The model and serial number (VIN) identification decal is located on the right-side of the tunnel underneath the seat. The model and serial number (VIN) identification decal is located on the right-side of the tunnel underneath the seat. The table below lists all models possibly affected by the recall. Model(s) Affected Model Numbers 2005 900 Fusion (With Accessory Electric Start Kit) S05MP8DS (A)(B)(C) 2005 900 Switchback (With Accessory Electric Start Kit) S05PS8DS 2005 900 RMK (With Accessory Electric Start Kit) S05PL8DS (A)(B)(C)(D) S05PL8DEB S05PM8DS (A)(B) S05PN8DS S05PN8DE 2006 700 Classic (Electric Start Standard) S06PD7HS 2006 700 Touring (Electric Start Standard) S06PT7HS S06PT7HE 2006 700 Fusion (With Snow Check Select Option or Accessory Electric Start Kit) S06MP7HS (A)(B) S06ME7HS 2006 700 RMK (With Snow Check Select Option or Accessory Electric Start Kit) S06PK7HS (A)(B) S06PL7HS (A)(B) S06PM7HS (A) 2006 900 Fusion (With Snow Check Select Option or Accessory Electric Start Kit) S06MP8DS (A)(B) S06ME8DS 2006 900 Switchback (With Snow Check Select Option or Accessory Electric Start Kit) S06PS8DS (A) 2006 900 RMK (With Snow Check Select Option or Accessory Electric Start Kit) S06PL8DS (A)(B Hazards: The fastener torque securing the starter motor to the engine crankcase may not have been accurately applied during the manufacture of these snowmobiles or during the installation of an accessory starter. An improperly torqued starter motor fastener bolt may become loose and fall out, allowing the bolt to interfere with the lower steering drag link. This could allow the consumer to experience a loss of steering control.

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.

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