Polaris Snowmobiles, Model Year 2022 PATRIOT BOOST RMK KHAOS and PATRIOT BOOST PRO RMK

CPSC Recall #22-767 — August 25, 2022

Recall #22-767 Date: August 25, 2022 Remedy: Repair

Product

Polaris Snowmobiles, Model Year 2022 PATRIOT BOOST RMK KHAOS and PATRIOT BOOST PRO RMK

Description

This recall involves certain VINs of Polaris Model Year 2022 PATRIOT BOOST RMK KHAOS and Model Year 2022 PATRIOT BOOST PRO RMK. The recalled snowmobiles were sold in the following color combinations: black, black/blue, neon/orange, and red/white. Polaris and the model name are printed on the chassis on both sides of the snowmobiles. The model year and VIN are stamped on the right side of the tunnel.  Consumers can enter their VIN at www.polaris.com/en-us/off-road-recalls/ to see if their snowmobile is included in any recalls.

Hazard

The primary (drive) clutch bolt can break, causing the clutch assembly components to separate, creating a projectile risk and posing an injury hazard to consumers.

Incidents / Injuries

The firm has received 24 reports of the primary (drive) clutch bolt breaking and damaging the clutch assembly.

Remedy

Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled snowmobiles and contact a Polaris dealer to schedule a free repair, consisting of an update to the drive clutch and a new drive clutch bolt.  Polaris has notified consumers to stop riding the snowmobiles. 

Units Affected

About 2,300 (In addition, about 986 were sold in Canada)

Sold At

Polaris dealers nationwide from January 2021 through July 2022 for between $19,300 and $19,600.

Manufacturer

Polaris Industries Inc., of Medina, Minnesota

Manufactured In

United States