Companies recall ATV, snowmobile models over crash, fire concerns

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ATV, snowmobile recalls overview: 

• Who: Polaris, Textron Specialized Vehicles and EGL Motor recently initiated recalls for certain all-terrain vehicle and snowmobile models. 
• Why: The companies initiated the recalls over safety and fire risk concerns. 
• Where: The recalls are nationwide. 

Several companies recently recalled all-terrain vehicles (ATVs) and snowmobiles over safety concerns.

An auto manufacturer may choose to conduct a recall if it determines their vehicles contain a defect that makes them unsafe for drivers, passengers and others on the roadway. 

Polaris recalls more than 93,000 Sportsman ATVs, nearly 15,000 snowmobiles

In March, Polaris announced it recalled more than 93,000 of its Sportsman ATVs over concerns they could catch on fire and crash. 

The recall, which the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) published March 16, applies to Polaris’ model year 2021-2023 Sportsman 450 and 570 ATVs. 

Polaris initiated the ATV recall after determining an improperly assembled wiring harness located in the recalled vehicles could, while the vehicle is in operation, come into contact with its brake line and vehicle frame. 

The issue could cause the recalled ATVs to lose front brake function and potentially a fire, posing a crash hazard, according to the recall. 

Polaris says it received five reports of fires and three reports of damaged wires in connection with the recall. 

The auto manufacturer also recalled nearly 15,000 of its snowmobiles in May over concerns the vehicles could present a fire hazard in the event the driver presses the throttles and brakes simultaneously. 

The recall, which the CPSC published May 4, applies to Polaris’ model year 2022-2023 MATRYX RMK KHAOS and PRO snowmobiles. 

Polaris says it received 164 reports of brake system failure on the recalled snowmobiles and 22 reports of fire in connection with the recall. Owners of the recalled Polaris snowmobiles should immediately stop using them and seek repair, according to the recall notice. 

Textron recalls around 3,800 Arctic Cat Alterra 600, Track 600 ATVs over potential steering loss

In March, Textron Specialized Vehicles announced a recall for around 3,800 of its Arctic Cat Alterra 600 and Track 600 ATVs over concerns a defect could potentially cause the vehicles to lose steering control and crash. 

The CPSC published the recall March 23. It includes around 1,200 units sold in Canada. Textron initiated the recall after determining the recalled ATVs contained a defective A-arm that could separate from the vehicle’s frame. 

Textron says it has not received any reports of injury connected to the recall but advised owners to immediately stop using the recalled ATVs and contact the company to receive a free inspection and repair. 

EGL Motor recalls around 4,000 ACE-branded Youth ATVs over federal safety standard violations

In April, EGL Motor recalled around 4,000 of its ACE-branded Youth ATVs over concerns they failed to meet federal safety standards and could pose a risk of injury or death. 

The recall, which the CPSC published April 27, applies to EGL Motor’s model K125, T125 and C125 ACE-branded Youth ATVs. 

EGL Motor initiated the K125 ATV recall after determining the vehicles could exceed the maximum allowable speed limit for a vehicle intended to be used by children ages 10 and older. 

The powersports manufacturer recalled its C125 and T125 models over concerns their parking brakes could fail to prevent the vehicle from moving. 

Consumers who own the recalled ACE-branded Youth ATVs should immediately stop using them and contact EGL Motor directly to schedule a free repair, the recall notice states. 

California judge denies Polaris’ bid to dismiss claims it sold defective off-road recreational vehicles

In non-recall ATV news, last month, a federal judge in California denied Polaris’ bid to dismiss a class action lawsuit accusing the automaker of selling defective off-road recreational vehicles. 

Polaris unsuccessfully argued that the plaintiff waited too long to file their complaint, which accused the automaker of selling them a defective RZR XP 1000 vehicle that was later recalled over concerns it could pose a fire risk. 

In their complaint, the consumer claims certain model year 2011-2018 Polaris off-road vehicles contain a common design defect that causes their engine compartments to overheat, allegedly posing a risk of injury and death to their owners. 

Polaris initiated a recall for its model year 2013-2016 RZR 900 and RZR 1000 vehicles in April 2016 after receiving around 160 reports of fires, resulting in nearly 20 injuries and one death. 

Have you been impacted by a recent ATV or snowmobile recall? Let us know in the comments! 

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