ATV Recalls
CFMOTO Powersports of Plymouth, Minn., is recalling about 5,300 CFORCE all-terrain off-highway vehicles (ATVs).
The fuel hose can crack and leak fuel from the vehicle, posing a fire hazard.
No incidents or injuries are reported.
This recall involves model year 2016-2018 CFORCE 400, model year 2017-2018 CFORCE 500S and model year 2017-2018 CFORCE 500HO ATVs with 400cc to 500cc, 4-cycle engines.
The “CFMOTO” logo is located on the front and rear grille, and a “CFORCE” decal i...
Polaris Industries of Medina, Minn., is recalling about 1,000 Ranger recreational off-highway vehicles (ROVs).
The front lower control arms can separate, posing a crash hazard.
The company has received six reports of lower control arms separating. No injuries have been reported.
This recall involves model year 2018 Polaris Ranger 500, Ranger 570, Ranger EV and Ranger EV LI-ION recreational off-highway vehicles.
The Ranger 500 vehicles were sold in red and green, have “POLAR...
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June 25, 2005 Polaris is expanding an earlier recall, adding the following models: Polaris Model Year 2004.5 Sportsman 500, Model Year 2005 Sportsman 400, Sportsman 500, Sportsman 600, Sportsman 700, Sportsman 6x6, Scrambler 500, Trail Boss and Magnum 330 ATVs.
Some 2004.5 and 2005 Model Year Sportsman, Scrambler 500 ATVs, Trail Boss and Magnum 330 ATVs were assembled with possibly defective Electronic Control Modules (ECM) which may fail and overheat. If this were to oc...
The U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) and Polaris Industries of Medina, Minn., are recalling about 133,000 Polaris Model Year 2013-2016 RZR 900 and RZR 1000 recreational off-highway vehicles (ROVs).
The recalled ROVs can catch fire while consumers are driving, posing fire and burn hazards to drivers and passengers.
The company has received more than 160 reports of fires, resulting in the death of a 15 year old passenger from a rollover that resulted in a fire, and 19 reports of injuries, including first, second and third degree burns.
What to do
CPSC and Polaris warn consumers to stop using the recalled vehicles immediately and contact their Polaris dealer for a free repair. Polaris has agreed to suspend sale of all recalled vehicles until they are repaired.
Consumers may contact Polaris at 800-POLARIS or 800-765-2747 from 8 a.m. to 9 p.m. (CT) Monday through Friday and 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. (CT) Saturday and Sunday or online at www.polaris.com and click on “Off-Road Safety Recalls” on the main page of the Polaris website to see if their RZR ROV's VIN number is included in this recall.
The U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) and Polaris Industries of Medina, Minn., are recalling about 133,000 Polaris Model Year 2013-2016 RZR 900 and RZR 1000 recreational off-highway vehicles (ROVs).
The recalled ROVs can catch fire while consumers are driving, posing fire and burn hazards to drivers and passengers.
The company has received more than 160 reports of fires, resulting in the death of a 15 year old passenger from a rollover that resulted in a fire...
Yamaha Motor Corporation USA of Cypress, Calif., is recalling about 7,000 Yamaha recreational off-highway vehicles.
Water can get into the throttle cable and if it freezes during cold weather, the ice can prevent the throttle from returning to idle, causing the rider to lose control and posing crash and injury hazards.
No incidents or injuries are reported.
This recall involves model year 2016 YXZ1000R and YXZ1000R SE side-by-side utility vehicles sold in four colors: orange and black, blue and white, silver and red, and yellow and white. The model name (YXZ…) and “1000” is displayed in a graphic on both the left and right side of the vehicle.
The vehicle identification number (VIN) is stamped on the frame near the driver’s side rear wheel. The letter G in the 10th position of the VIN number indicates that the unit was made in the 2016 model year.
The vehicles, manufactured in the U.S., were sold at Yamaha side-by-side dealers nationwide from September 2015, to February 2016, for between $19,800 and $21,600.
What to do
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled utility vehicles and contact their local Yamaha dealer to schedule a free repair. Yamaha is contacting all registered owners directly.
Consumers may contact Yamaha at 800-962-7926 anytime or online at www.yamahamotorsports.com and click on “CPSC Alerts” for more information.
Yamaha Motor Corporation USA of Cypress, Calif., is recalling about 7,000 Yamaha recreational off-highway vehicles.
Water can get into the throttle cable and if it freezes during cold weather, the ice can prevent the throttle from returning to idle, causing the rider to lose control and posing crash and injury hazards.
No incidents or injuries are reported.
This recall involves model year 2016 YXZ1000R and YXZ1000R SE side-by-side utility vehicles sold in four colors: oran...
Polaris Industries of Medina, Minn., is recalling about 13,000 recreational off-highway vehicles (ROVs). The figure includes 2, 230 vehicles recalled in December 2015.
The vehicles' engine can overheat and turbo system’s drain tube can loosen, posing a fire hazard.
The company has received 19 reports of the ROVs catching fire, resulting in six reports of burn injuries. One of the reported fires occurred in Utah’s American Fork Canyon, which led to a young child suffering ...
American Honda Motor Company of Torrance, Calif., is recalling about 3,300 side-by-side recreational off-highway vehicles (ROVs).
The front door can open unexpectedly while the vehicle is in use, posing a risk of injury to occupants.
The company has received one report of an unexpected door-release incident during a dealer set-up of the vehicle. No injuries have been reported.
This recall involves model year 2016 Honda Pioneer 1000 side-by-side recreational off-highway vehicles. The ROVs are motorized off-road vehicles with a steering wheel, a gas pedal, a brake pedal, bucket or bench seats, seat belts and an occupant protection structure. The recalled ROVs were sold in three-seat and five-seat models in red, silver or camouflage color. “HONDA” is printed on the front grill and rear tail gate. “Pioneer 1000” is printed on the sides of the vehicle near the tailgate. The model and serial numbers are on a certification label located at the top rear of the left front wheel well.
The following model/types and serial number ranges are being recalled:
Model | Type | Serial Number Range | Seats |
M5P | A | 1HFVE0405G4001087 - 1HFVE0400G4001806 | 5 |
M5D | A | 1HFVE0420G4003427 - 1HFVE0420G4003427 | 5 |
M5D | A | 1HFVE0421G4003470 - 1HFVE0421G4003470 | 5 |
M5D | A | 1HFVE0429G4003488 - HFVE0427G4004087 | 5 |
M5D | 2A | 1HFVE0467G4000723 - 1HFVE0461G4000782 | 5 |
M3 | A | 1HFVE0486G4000665 - 1HFVE0485G4000964 | 3 |
M3P | A | 1HFVE04A7G4002444 - 1HFVE04A6G4003603 | 3 |
M5P | AC | 1HFVE04H6G4000181 - 1HFVE04HXG4000300 | 5 |
M3 | AC | 1HFVE04L4G4000121 - 1HFVE04L9G4000180 | 3 |
M3P | 2AC | 1HFVE04N9G4000181 - 1HFVE04NXG4000240 | 3 |
M5D | 3A | 1HFVE04P1G4000063 - 1HFVE04P1G4000242 | 5 |
M5D | 3AC | 1HFVE04R6G4000061 - 1HFVE04R7G4000120 | 5 |
The ROVs, manufactured in the U.S., were sold at authorized Honda Powersports dealers nationwide from February 2016, through April 2016, for between $14,000 and $17,200.
What to do
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled vehicles and contact their local authorized Honda dealer to schedule an appointment to have the original front door striker plates removed and replaced, free of charge.
Consumers may contact American Honda toll-free at 866-784-1870 from 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. (PT) Monday through Friday or online at www.powersports.honda.com and click on Recall Information at the bottom of the page for more information.
American Honda Motor Company of Torrance, Calif., is recalling about 3,300 side-by-side recreational off-highway vehicles (ROVs).
The front door can open unexpectedly while the vehicle is in use, posing a risk of injury to occupants.
The company has received one report of an unexpected door-release incident during a dealer set-up of the vehicle. No injuries have been reported.
This recall involves model year 2016 Honda Pioneer 1000 side-by-side recreational off-highway veh...
BRP U.S. of Sturtevant, Wis., is recalling about 10,600 side-by-side off-road vehicles.
The steering coupling can strip on the rack and pinion assembly and result in a loss of steering control, posing a crash hazard.
The firm has received 29 incident reports, including two reports of minor injuries.
This recall involves model year 2013 Can-Am Commander side-by-side vehicles equipped with Dynamic Power Steering (DPS). The vehicles came in various colors. The model name and Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) is on a label under the glove box.
Recalled models include:
- COMMANDER DPS 1000EFI
- COMMANDER DPS 800REFI
- COMMANDER LTD 1000EFI
- COMMANDER X 1000EFI
- COMMANDER XT 1000EFI
- COMMANDER XT XT 800REFI
The vehicles, manufactured in Mexico, were sold at Can-Am dealers nationwide from April 2012, through April 2016, for between $12,600 and $20,100.
What to do
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled vehicles and contact a BRP Can-Am side-by-side dealer to schedule an appointment for a vehicle inspection and free repair. The free repair will be available on June 30, 2016. In the meantime, consumers who must use their vehicles can contact a BRP Can-Am side-by-side dealer and make an appointment to have their vehicles verified. This free verification is a temporary action to allow limited use of the vehicles until the availability of the free repair. BRP is notifying registered consumers directly about this recall.
Consumers may contact BRP toll-free at 888-272-9222 from 8 a.m. to 8 p.m. (ET) Monday through Sunday or online at www.can-am.brp.com for more information.
BRP U.S. of Sturtevant, Wis., is recalling about 10,600 side-by-side off-road vehicles.
The steering coupling can strip on the rack and pinion assembly and result in a loss of steering control, posing a crash hazard.
The firm has received 29 incident reports, including two reports of minor injuries.
This recall involves model year 2013 Can-Am Commander side-by-side vehicles equipped with Dynamic Power Steering (DPS). The vehicles came in various colors. The model name and ...
June 4, 2008
Polaris Industries is expanding its recall of all-terrain vehicles (ATVs). The ATVs can have defective Electronic Control Modules (ECM) that overheat, posing a fire and burn hazard to riders.
Since the recall expansion announced in February 2008, Polaris has received four more reports of ECMs melting and two reports of smoke or fire contained to the ECM. No injuries have been reported.
This recall involves the Polaris ATVs with model year 2004 and model numbers listed below that have been serviced for electrical problems and received a defective EMC during service work. The ATVs were sold under market names Scrambler 500 and Sportsman 400, 500, or 6 x 6. The model number is printed on a decal attached to the front side of the radiator (Sportsman) or the top of the front cab cover (Scrambler 500).
| Model Year | Model | Market Name |
|---|---|---|
| 2004 | A04BG50AA | Scrambler 500 4x4 |
| 2004 | A04BG50FA | Scrambler 500 |
| 2004 | A04CH42AQ | Sportsman 400 |
| 2004 | A04CH42AR | Sportsman 400 |
| 2004 | A04CH42AS | Sportsman 400 |
| 2004 | A04CH42AT | Sportsman 400 |
| 2004 | A04CH42AV | Sportsman 400 |
| 2004 | A04CH50AO | Sportsman 500 |
| 2004 | A04CH50AQ | Sportsman 500 |
| 2004 | A04CH50AR | Sportsman 500 |
| 2004 | A04CH50AS | Sportsman 500 |
| 2004 | A04CH50AT | Sportsman 500 |
| 2004 | A04CH50AV | Sportsman 500 |
| 2004 | A04CH50AW | Sportsman 500 |
| 2004 | A04CH50AX | Sportsman 500 |
| 2004 | A04CL50AA | Sportsman 6x6 |
The ATVs, made in the United States, were sold at Polaris dealers nationwide from July 2004 through January 2008 for between $3,800 and $7,900.
Consumers should disconnect the negative (black) battery cable from the battery when the ATV is not in use. Consumers should contact their local Polaris dealer to schedule a free repair. Registered owners received direct mail notification of this recall.
For additional information, contact Polaris toll-free at (888) 704-5290 between 8 a.m. and 5 p.m. CT Monday through Friday, or visit the firm's Web site at www.polarisindustries.com
The recall is being conducted in cooperation with the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC).
June 4, 2008 Polaris Industries is expanding its recall of all-terrain vehicles (ATVs). The ATVs can have defective Electronic Control Modules (ECM) that overheat, posing a fire and burn hazard to riders.
Since the recall expansion announced in February 2008, Polaris has received four more reports of ECMs melting and two reports of smoke or fire contained to the ECM. No injuries have been reported.
This recall involves the Polaris ATVs with model...
Bad Boy Buggies of Augusta, Ga., is recalling about 4,460 Bad Boy Buggies off-road vehicles.
Incorrect parking brake adjustments and improperly bled brake lines can diminish a consumer’s braking ability, posing a crash hazard.
No incidents or injuries have been reported.
This recall involves gas- and electric-powered, four-wheeled recreational vehicles manufactured by Bad Boy Buggies. The vehicles have bench seats for the driver and passenger, a cargo bed in the rear of the two-person model, and a rear-facing back seat in the four-person model.
The recreational vehicles were sold in black, camouflage, green and red, and have 1¾ inch tubular steel exterior frames.
The recalled off-road vehicles have serial numbers ranging from 8004970 through 8012901. Serial numbers are printed on a plate or label on the steering column. Brand and model names are printed on the side and front panels of the vehicle.
Model names included in the recall are:
- Ambush and Ambush iS
- Instinct
- Recoil and Recoil iS
The vehicles, manufactured in the U.S. were sold at Bad Boy Buggies dealers nationwide from August 2012, through May 2014, for between $9,600 and $14,400.
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled vehicles and contact Bad Boy Buggies or an authorized dealer for a free repair.
Consumers may contact Bad Boy Buggies toll-free at (855) 738-3711 between 8 a.m. and 5 p.m. ET Monday through Friday.
Bad Boy Buggies of Augusta, Ga., is recalling about 4,460 Bad Boy Buggies off-road vehicles.
Incorrect parking brake adjustments and improperly bled brake lines can diminish a consumer’s braking ability, posing a crash hazard.
No incidents or injuries have been reported.
This recall involves gas- and electric-powered, four-wheeled recreational vehicles manufactured by Bad Boy Buggies. The vehicles have bench seats for the driver and passenger, a cargo bed in the rear ...
Polaris Industries of Medina, Minn., is recalling about 16,800 RZR 170 recreational off-highway vehicles (ROVs).
The fuel tank neck can crack or the wiring harness can overheat or short circuit, posing fuel leak and fire hazards.
The company has received 102 reports of cracked fuel tank necks and 28 reports of burning, smoking, melted and/or shorted wires, including four reports of fires. No injuries have been reported.
This recall involves all model year 2015 through 2017...
Polaris Industries of Medina, Minn., is recalling about 10,900 Polaris Ranger XP recreational off-highway vehicles (ROVs).
The center seat belt bracket can separate from the frame, posing an injury hazard to the riders.
The company has received five reports of insufficient welds of the center seat belt bracket to the vehicle frame identified by dealers during required vehicle setup inspection procedures. No incidents or injuries have been reported.
This recall involves mod...
Polaris Industries of Medina, Minn., is recalling about 1,600 GENERAL recreational off-highway vehicles (ROVs).
Inconsistent tire pressure information can result in improperly-inflated tires, posing a crash hazard.
No incidents or injuries have been reported.
This recall involves all model year 2017 Polaris GENERAL Base and GENERAL Hunter two-seat, side-by-side recreational off-highway vehicles (ROVs).
The GENERAL Base was sold in red and the GENERAL Hunter was sold in camo...
American Honda Motor Company of Torrance, Calif., is recalling about 2,200 recreational off-highway vehicles (ROVs).
The front passenger seat belt buckle can fail due to a manufacturing defect, posing a risk of injury.
No incidents or injuries have been reported.
This recall involves model year 2017 Honda Pioneer 700 side-by-side recreational off-highway vehicles.
The ROVs are motorized with a steering wheel, a gas pedal, a brake pedal, bucket or bench seats, seat belts and...
Kawasaki Motors Corp. U.S.A., of Foothill Ranch, Calif., is recalling about 6,600 utility vehicles, ROVs and ATVs.
The fuel gauge retainer can collapse and leak fuel, posing a fire hazard.
No incidents or injuries have been reported.
This recall involves 2017 Mule utility vehicles, Teryx and Teryx4 recreational off-highway vehicles and Brute Force 750 all-terrain vehicles.
The 2017 Mule utility vehicle is a four-wheel off-highway vehicle with side by side seating for two to...
Polaris Industries of Medina, Minn., is recalling about 1,160 Polaris RZR 570 and RZR S 570 recreational off-highway vehicles (ROVs).
The front brake can detach, posing crash and injury hazards.
No incidents or injuries are reported.
This recall involves all model year 2017 Polaris RZR 570 and RZR S 570 recreational off-highway vehicles (ROVs), including RZR EPS 570 or RZR S 570 EPS vehicles which have electronic power steering.
Model number Z17VJE57AR was sold in red, mode...
Polaris Industries of Medina, Minn., is recalling about 2,800 Polaris Scrambler all-terrain vehicles (ATVs).
The throttle release switch can fail, posing a crash hazard.
The company has received nine reports of the throttle release switch failing, including two minor injuries.
This recall involves all model year 2014 through 2017 Scrambler XP 1000 all-terrain vehicles. “Polaris” is stamped on the front grill and rear panel, and “Scrambler XP” on the center panel.
The ATVs w...