Polaris Industries, of Medina, Minnesota, in cooperation with the US Consumer Products Safety Commission, has issued a voluntary recall of about 8,500 all-terrain vehicles. The recall applies to 2009-2010 Sportsman ATV models, which were sold between February 2009 and November 2009 at Polaris dealers nationwide. The recall has been issued because the front suspension ball joint on the ATV could potentially separate from the steering knuckle, causing the rider to lose control and crash, which could result in serious injury or death.
Recalled ATV Models
The recall includes the following Polaris ATVs:
• 2009 Sportsman XP 550
• 2009 Sportsman XP550 WPS
• 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
Polaris has received 19 reports of incidents involving the recalled ATVs, although no one has been seriously hurt. Consumers that own the recalled ATVs should stop riding the vehicles immediately and contact their local Polaris dealer to schedule a free repair. Polaris is also contacting registered owners directly about the recall. For more information visit the Polaris website or the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission website. You can also call Polaris toll free at (888)704-5290.
California ATV Accident Attorneys
The California product liability attorneys at Estey & Bomberger have handled dozens of injury cases involving all terrain vehicles (ATVs) and utility terrain vehicles (UTVs). We have also represented a number of people injured in UTV rollover accidents. If you have been hurt or lost a loved one in an ATV accident, contact Estey & Bomberger or another reputable personal injury law firm for a consultation of your rights. We will investigate the accident and determine whether a defective part or manufacturing defect contributed to your injuries, or the wrongful death of a loved one. We will also research whether or not your particular ATV model has been recalled or otherwise has a history of safety issues. To speak to an attorney at Estey & Bomberger about your potential case, call (800)724-3817. We handle all cases on a no win, no fee basis.
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