Name of Product: Model year 2017-2018 Polaris ACE 150 and model year 2018 Polaris Ranger 150 recr...
CPSC Recall #18-760 — August 17, 2018
Recall Summary
| Recall Number | 18-760 |
| Recall Date | August 17, 2018 |
| Remedy Type | Repair |
| Units Affected | About 5,900 |
| Manufacturer | Polaris Industries Inc., of Medina, Minn. |
| Manufactured In | U.S. |
Where It Was Sold
| Polaris dealers nationwide from December 2016 through July 2018 for between $3 |
| 800 and $5 |
| 000. |
Product
Name of Product: Model year 2017-2018 Polaris ACE 150 and model year 2018 Polaris Ranger 150 recreational off-highway vehicles (ROVs)
Description
This recall involves model year 2017-2018 Polaris ACE 150 and model year 2018 Polaris Ranger 150 recreational off-highway vehicles. The recalled vehicles were sold in red and white. The recalled ACE 150 vehicles have “POLARIS” stamped on the front grille, a “POLARIS” decal on the bottom of the cab frame and an “ACE” decal on the rear fender. The VIN is located on the vehicle frame in the left rear wheel well and the model number is printed on the emissions label on the frame in the left front wheel well. The recalled Ranger 150 vehicles have “POLARIS” stamped on the front grille, a “150” decal on the front fender and a “RANGER” decal on the rear fender. The VIN is located on the vehicle frame in the left rear wheel well and the model number is printed on the emissions label on the frame in the right front wheel well. Polaris Model Year 2017 - 2018 ACE & Ranger 150YearModel NumberModel/Color2017A17HAA15A7ACE 150 EFI INDY RED2017A17HAA15B7ACE 150 EFI INDY RED (CA)2018A18HAA15B2ACE 150 EFI, BRIGHT WHITE, LE2018A18HZA15B4RANGER® 150 EFI SOLAR RED2018A18HAA15B7ACE 150 EFI, INDY RED
Hazard
The front suspension lower ball joint can separate over time, posing a crash hazard.
Incidents & Injuries
Polaris has received 10 reports of joints separating. No injuries have been reported.
Remedy Instructions
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled ROVs and contact a Polaris dealer to schedule a free repair. Polaris is contacting all registered owners directly.
What Should You Do?
Stop using this product immediately. Contact the manufacturer for a Repair at no charge. If you experienced an injury, report it at SaferProducts.gov.
Frequently Asked Questions
Follow the consumer action instructions in the recall notice above. Most recalls require you to stop using the product and contact the manufacturer directly — either by calling the toll-free number listed in the official CPSC notice or by visiting the manufacturer's website. You generally do not need a receipt or original packaging to claim a remedy. The manufacturer is legally required to provide the remedy (Repair) at no cost to you.
Yes. If you were injured by a defective consumer product — whether recalled or not — you may have grounds for a product liability claim against the manufacturer and potentially the retailer. A recall notice can serve as evidence that the manufacturer was aware of the defect. Injuries that may support a claim include burns, lacerations, fractures, electric shock, choking incidents, and chemical exposure. Most product liability attorneys work on a contingency fee basis, meaning you pay nothing unless you win. Consult an attorney promptly, as statutes of limitation vary by state.
In most cases, no. CPSC-coordinated recall remedies are designed to be accessible without proof of purchase. Manufacturers typically ask consumers to self-certify ownership and may ask for photos of the product or its serial number. Some manufacturers request that you mail in a portion of the product (such as a cut cord or removed component) as proof of disposal. Check the specific remedy instructions for this recall for exact requirements. If you registered your product at the time of purchase, the process is usually even simpler.
If the original manufacturer has gone out of business, the recall remedy may no longer be available through them. In this case, contact CPSC directly at 1-800-638-2772 or cpsc.gov for guidance. If the brand was acquired by another company, the acquiring company may have assumed recall obligations. In some cases where a remedy is unavailable, CPSC advises consumers to safely dispose of the product. If you were injured by the product of a defunct company, consult a product liability attorney — parent companies, distributors, and retailers may still bear liability in some circumstances.