Polaris Industries, Inc. | NHTSA Recall #06V059000

Vehicle safety recall details from the Department of Transportation.

Description

Detailed recall information for NHTSA ID 06V059000 by Polaris Industries, Inc.. Includes 574 affected units, GROSS AXLE WEIGHT RATING/FMVSS 120, component: EQUIPMENT, and more from the Department of Transportation.

Defect Summary

Certain motorcycles fail to comply with the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 120, "tire selection and rims for motor vehicles other than passenger cars." the vehicle identification number (vin) decal located on the left front down tube of the frame incorrectly lists the gross axle weight rating (gawr) for the front axle as 405 pounds. the correct gawr for the front axle is 390 pounds.

Corrective Action

Dealers will mail a corrective decal along with instructions to apply over the incorrect information on the existing decal. the recall began on march 15, 2006. owners may contact polaris at 763-417-8650.

Recall Overview

NHTSA ID: 06V059000

Manufacturer: Polaris Industries, Inc.

Report Received Date: 2006-02-27T00:00:00

Subject: Gross axle weight rating/fmvss 120

Component: Equipment

Potentially Affected Units: 574

Details

MFR Campaign Number: V-06-01

Recall Type: Vehicle

Defect Summary: Certain motorcycles fail to comply with the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 120, "tire selection and rims for motor vehicles other than passenger cars." the vehicle identification number (vin) decal located on the left front down tube of the frame incorrectly lists the gross axle weight rating (gawr) for the front axle as 405 pounds. the correct gawr for the front axle is 390 pounds.

Consequence Summary: Incorrect data may lead to overloading of the front tire which could result in a tire blow out causing sudden loss of vehicle control and possibly a crash.

Corrective Action: Dealers will mail a corrective decal along with instructions to apply over the incorrect information on the existing decal. the recall began on march 15, 2006. owners may contact polaris at 763-417-8650.

Safety Information

Fire Risk When Parked: No

Do Not Drive: No

Completion Rate: N/A

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SID: row-7pw9.pac3~5sx4

NHTSA ID: 06V059000

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Created At: 1742808662

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Updated At: 1742808662

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