Model Year 2017-2018 Brutus Utility Vehicles (UTVs)

CPSC Recall #20-713 — January 30, 2020

Recall #20-713 Date: January 30, 2020 Remedy: Repair

Product

Model Year 2017-2018 Brutus Utility Vehicles (UTVs)

Description

This recall involves Model Year 2017–2018 Polaris Brutus utility vehicles (UTVs) with the following model names.  The two-seated vehicles are gray, black and blue.  The vehicles have “POLARIS” stamped on the front grille, “POLARIS BRUTUS” on the sides of the utility bed, and “DIESEL HD” on the front fenders.  Vehicle identification numbers (VINs) included in this recall can be found on a label affixed to the vehicle frame in the left front wheel well.  Non-sequential VINs ending in 7740364 to 8576615 are included in this recall.   Year Model Name 2017      BRUTUS  DSL HD PTO DLX 2017      BRUTUS DSL HD PTO  2018      BRUTUS DSL HD PTO DLX  

Hazard

The rear brake line can become punctured causing the brakes to fail, posing a collision and crash hazard.

Incidents / Injuries

Polaris has received one report where the rear brake line ruptured while in use.  No collisions, crashes, injuries or deaths have been reported.

Remedy

Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled vehicles and contact a Polaris dealer to schedule a free inspection and repair.  Polaris is notifying dealers and contacting affected registered owners directly.

Units Affected

About 340 (In addition, 19 units were sold in Canada)

Sold At

Polaris dealers nationwide from May 2016 through April 2019 for between $18,800 and $24,100.

Manufacturer

Polaris Industries Inc., Medina, Minn.

Manufactured In

United States