Polaris Industries Recall of "900 Fusion," "900 RMK" and "900 Switchback" Snowmobiles

Polaris "900 Fusion" "900 RMK" and "900 Switchback" Snowmobiles

Date of Recall

2005-03-14

CPSC Release Number

05-553

Manufactured In

United States.

Units

About 11,560

Distributor

Polaris Industries, Inc., of Medina, Minn.

Sold By

Polaris dealers sold these snowmobiles nationwide from August 2004 through February 2005 for between $8,882 and $10,999.

Problem/Hazard

The snowmobile wiring harness may be routed in a way that could disconnect the engine stop switch and the throttle safety switch connector. If this connector becomes unplugged, the engine stop and the throttle safety switches will no longer function. This could pose a possible crash hazard. However, the keyed ignition switch will continue to function and will shut down the vehicle when the key is in the OFF position. The thumb warmer and right-hand warmer could also become unplugged under these harness-routing conditions.

Injuries/Incidents

Polaris has received one report of the switches becoming disconnected. No injuries have been reported.

Description

Model year 2005 Polaris "900 Fusion", "900 RMK", and "900 Switchback" snowmobiles with model numbers S05PL8DSD, S05PM8DS(A)(B), S05PN8DS, S05PS8DS, S05MP8DS(A)(B)(C), S05PL8DS(A)(B)(C) are part of this recall. The snowmobile model and serial number identification decal is located on the right front side of the tunnel. The serial number is permanently stamped into the tunnel and the model number is embossed on the decal.

Remedy

Free repair. Contact your Polaris dealer to schedule an appointment to install a jumper wire and secure existing wiring harness. Polaris has notified consumers directly about this recall.

Consumer Contact

Call Polaris at (800) 765-2747 between 8 a.m. and 12 midnight ET everyday or log on to the company's Web site at www.polarisindustries.com.

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