Polaris Recalls Patriot 850 MATRYX Snowmobiles Due to Injury Hazard

Polaris Snowmobiles, Model Year 2022 PATRIOT 850 MATRYX RMK, INDY and SWITCHBACK

Date of Recall
2023-11-30

CPSC Release Number
24-722

Manufactured In
United States

Units
About 2,900 (In addition, about 1,433 were sold in Canada)

Manufacturer
Polaris Industries Inc., of Medina, Minnesota

Sold By
Authorized Polaris dealers nationwide from June 2021 through February 2022 for between $14,000 and $16,000.

Problem/Hazard
The ring gear on the primary clutch can fail, causing the clutch assembly components to come loose, posing an injury hazard to consumers.

Injuries/Incidents
The firm has received nine reports of the ring gear failing, including one injury where the ligament was separated from the rider's foot.

Description

This recall involves certain VINs of Polaris Model Year 2022 Patriot 850 MATRYX RMK, INDY and SWITCHBACK with electric start snowmobiles. In addition, this recall involves primary (drive) clutches sold as service parts with part number 1323613 (e-start). The recalled snowmobiles were sold in black and custom color combinations. "POLARIS" is stamped on the front side paneling of the vehicles. The VIN and Model Number are located on the right side of vehicle's frame.

Remedy
Repair

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