4-wheeled motorised ATV quad bike
4-wheeled motorised ATV quad bike was recalled on 28 March 2008 under EU Safety Gate alert 0371/08. Fire risk reported by United Kingdom. The product poses a risk of fire because certain vehicles were assembled with Electronic Control Modules (ECMs) that may contain a defective fan Field Effect Transistor (FET).
| Alert Number | 0371/08 |
| Brand | POLARIS |
| Category | Motor vehicles |
| Risk Type | Fire |
| Notifying Country | United Kingdom |
| Country of Origin | United States |
| Model Number | - Sportsman 500s. Model year 2005- Scrambler ATVs. Model Year 2005- Sportsman 400s. Model Year 2005 and 2006- Scrambler 500 4x4s. Model Year 2006 - Sportsman 450s. Model Year 2005 - Sportsman 600s. Model Year 2005 and 2006 - Sportsman 6x6s. Model Year 2005 and 2006 - Carbureted. Model Year 2005 - Sportsman 700s. Model Year 2005 - Carbureted 2005. Model Year 2005 - Sportsman MV7. |
| Published | 28 March 2008 |
Risk Description
The product poses a risk of fire because certain vehicles were assembled with Electronic Control Modules (ECMs) that may contain a defective fan Field Effect Transistor (FET). The fan FET is an electrical component involved with the ATV’s cooling fan function. In most instances when the fan FET fails, the vehicle battery will drain and the vehicle will not start. In some instances, the defective fan FET can cause the ECM to fail and then overheat. If this were to occur, excessive heat could occur inside the ECM which could, in infrequent circumstances, progress to fire.
Measures Taken
Type of economic operator taking notified measure(s): OtherCategory of measure(s): Voluntary corrective action taken by the importer.Date of entry into force: Unknown
Product Description
The recall concerns 2004, 2005 and 2006 model year vehicles.
🔥 What Should You Do?
This recall involves a fire hazard related to 4-wheeled motorised ATV quad bike.
About this risk
This product poses a fire risk due to overheating, faulty components, or flammable materials that do not meet safety standards.
Recommended action
Disconnect the product from any power source and stop using it immediately. Do not leave it unattended. Store it away from flammable materials. Contact the retailer for a refund.
Who is at risk?
All household members. Fire risks are especially dangerous for sleeping areas and children's rooms.