Polaris ACE 325 recreational off-highway vehicles (ROVs)
CPSC Recall #18-011 — October 17, 2017
Product
Polaris ACE 325 recreational off-highway vehicles (ROVs)
Description
This recall involves all model year 2014 through 2016 Polaris ACE 325 recreational off-highway vehicles (ROVs). The recalled ROVs have a single seat and were sold in white, green and red. For model year 2014 and 2015 ATVs, “Polaris” is printed on the front grill and “Ace” is printed on the rear panel. For model year 2016 ATVs, “Polaris” is printed on the front grill and “Polaris Ace” is printed on the rear panel. The VIN is printed on the right front frame of the vehicles. YearModelDescription2014A14BH33AJAce 325 in white2015A15DAA32AAAce 325 in green2015A15DAA32AJAce 325 in white2016A16DAA32A1Ace 325 in green2016A16DAA32A7Ace 325 in red
Hazard
The exhaust header pipe can crack and release hot exhaust gases into the engine compartment, posing fire and burn hazards.
Incidents / Injuries
Polaris has received six reports of cracked exhaust pipes, including two reports of seat damage due to melting. No fires or injuries have been reported.
Remedy
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled ROVs and contact Polaris to schedule a free repair. Polaris is contacting all known purchasers directly.
Units Affected
About 6,300
Sold At
Polaris dealers nationwide from December 2014 through July 2017 for about $7,500.
Manufacturer
Polaris Industries Inc., of Medina, Minn.
Manufactured In
U.S.