Polaris Recalls Pro-RMK Snowmobiles Due To Injury, Death Hazard

Washington, DC-- Consumers should stop using this product, which is being recalled voluntarily, unless otherwise instructed. It is illegal to resell or attempt to resell a recalled consumer product.

Recall Summary

Name of product: Snowmobiles

Hazard: The front, lower left shock bolt can fail and cause the operator to lose control of the vehicle. This poses a serious hazard of injury or death.

Remedy: Repair

Consumer Contact: Polaris - toll-free at (888) 704-5290, from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. CT Monday through Friday or online at www.polaris.com, then select company on the top menu, then select News & Events for more information.

Recall Details

Units: About 82

Description: The recall involves 2013 Polaris Pro-RMK 600 and 800 snowmobiles. The serial number and model number can be found on the right hand side of the tunnel below the seat. "Pro-RMK" is on the lower right and left sides of the hood. The engine size and the letters "ES" or the words "Limited Edition" are on the upper right and left sides of the hood. The numbers "155" or "163" are on rear of the tunnel. "Polaris" appears on the sides of the seat. The snowmobiles come in red, white and black. This recall includes the models listed below:

Incidents/Injuries: No incidents or reports have been received.

Remedy:  Consumers should immediately stop using the vehicles and contact any Polaris snowmobile dealer to schedule a free repair. Polaris has notified registered consumers directly about this recall.

Sold at: Polaris Snowmobile dealers nationwide from August 2012 through October 2012 for between $10,800 and $12,500.

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

Manufactured in: United States

The U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) is still interested in receiving incident or injury reports that are either directly related to this product recall or involve a different hazard with the same product. Please tell CPSC about your experience with the product on SaferProducts.gov.