Polaris · Canada · Crit
Polaris Sportsman 700, Sportsman 400 +8 more: Electrical
Affects Polaris Sportsman 700, Sportsman 400, Sportsman 600, Sportsman 500, Trail Boss 330, Scrambler 500 4X4, Scrambler 500 2X4, Trail Boss 330 LE, Magnum 330 4X4, Magnum 330 2X4 · 2004–2005 — about 6K vehicles.
The hazard
On certain ATVs, the Electronic Control Module (ECM) could fail and overheat. If this were to occur, the excessive heat could cause a fire, possibly resulting in severe injury or death. Owners are advised to stop riding their ATV's and to disconnect the battery cables until repairs have been completed. Correction: Dealers will replace the ECM. Note: This recall is superseded by recall 2008031.
What to do
Contact your dealer; the remedy details were not included in the filing.
Critical — crash/injury risk now
High — injury risk; see remedy
Moderate — fix at next service
Low — minor / informational