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Polaris Industries Recalls Certain ATVs Due to Crash Hazard

Date: December 22, 2009
Company: Polaris Industries Inc., of Medina, Minn.
Status: Ongoing
Source: CPSC

What You Should Do

Stop using this product immediately. Do not consume, use, or distribute it.

Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled ATVs and contact their local Polaris dealer to determine if your model and VIN number are included in this recall and to schedule a free repair. Polaris is directly contacting registered owners about the recall.

Affected Products

This recall involves model year 2009 and 2010 Polaris Sportsman ATVs (models listed below) with certain VIN numbers. The ATVs were manufactured between January and August 2009. The VIN number and manufacture date are located on the right front of the ATV on the frame rail next to the front shock. Model Year Model Name 2009 Sportsman XP 550 2009 Sportsman XP 550 EPS 2010 Sportsman 550 2010 Sportsman X2 550 2010 Sportsman Touring 550 2009/2010 Sportsman XP 850 2009/2010 Sportsman XP850 EPS 2010 Sportsman Touring 850

Why Was This Recalled?

The front suspension ball joint stem can separate from the steering knuckle and cause the rider to lose steering control, posing a risk of injury or death to riders.

Where Was This Sold?

Distribution information not available.

About Polaris Industries Inc., of Medina, Minn.

Polaris Industries Inc., of Medina, Minn. has 57 total recalls tracked by RecallDetector.

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Data sourced from the CPSC. Last updated March 26, 2026. View original report