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RMK and SKS snowmobiles

CPSC Recall #17-745 — May 9, 2017

Recall Summary

Recall Number17-745
Recall DateMay 9, 2017
Remedy TypeRepair
Units AffectedAbout 6,000
ManufacturerPolaris Industries Inc., of Medina, Minn.
Manufactured InU.S.

Where It Was Sold

Polaris dealers nationwide from May 2016 through March 2017 for between $12
000 and $15
200.

Product

RMK and SKS snowmobiles

Description

This recall involves model year 2017 Polaris RMK, PRO-RMK, SKS, and RMK snowmobiles. “Polaris” is printed on the seat and “RMK,” “PRO,” “SKS,” or “ASSAULT” printed on the side body panel. The snowmobiles were sold in several colors. The model number and VIN are displayed on the right side of the tunnel. To check for recalled vehicles by VIN, visit www.polaris.com.The following models are included in the recall: Polaris Model Year 2017 SnowmobilesS17EFK8PS800 PRO-RMK 155 SC SELECTS17EFK6PS600 PRO-RMK 155 SC SELECTS17EFK6PSL600 PRO-RMK 155 ESS17EFK8PSA800 PRO-RMK 155S17EGK8PS800 PRO-RMK 163 SC SELECTS17EGM8PS800 PRO-RMK 163 3" SC SELECTS17EFS8PS800 SKS 155 SC SELECTS17EGP8PS800 PRO-RMK LE 163 3" SC SELECTS17EFP8PS800 PRO-RMK 155 LE SC SELECTS17EFT8PS800 RMK ASSAULT 155 SC SELECTS17EFS8PSL800 SKS 155 ESS17EGK8PSL800 PRO-RMK 163 ESS17EFK6PSA600 PRO-RMK 155S17EGK8PSA800 PRO-RMK 163S17EFT8PSP800 RMK ASSAULT 155 POWDER ESS17EFT8PSD800 RMK ASSAULT 155 POWDERS17EFT8PSA800 RMK ASSAULT 155S17EFM8PS800 PRO-RMK 155 3" SC SELECTS17EFK8PSL800 PRO-RMK 155 ESS17EFN8PS800 RMK ASSAULT 155 3" SC SELECTS17EHP8PS800 PRO-RMK LE 174 3” SC SELECT

Hazard

A weld on the steering post can separate, resulting in loss of steering control, posing a crash hazard.

Incidents & Injuries

Polaris has received 13 reports of a steering post weld separation. No injuries have been reported.

Remedy Instructions

Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled vehicles and contact Polaris to schedule a free repair. Polaris is contacting all known purchasers 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.

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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.

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