Nearly 20,000 Polaris Sportsman 850 and 1000 all-terrain vehicles (ATVs) from the 2015 and 2016 model-years were recalled because they can catch on fire. Exhaust leaks can also melt a heat shield and cause burn injuries.
What You Can Do & How We Can Help
The Schmidt Firm, PLLC is currently accepting Polaris Sportsman ATV induced injury cases in all 50 states. If you or somebody you know has been burned on a recalled ATV, you should contact our lawyers immediately for a free case consultation. Please use the form below to contact our Product Liability Litigation Group or call toll free 24 hours a day at (866) 920-0753.
Polaris Sportsman ATV Recall
In March 2017, Polaris recalled all Sportsman 850 and 1000 ATVs (2015 and 2016 model-years) because they can catch on fire or cause burn injuries. The recall involves approximately 19,200 Sportsman ATVs.
Fire & Burn Injury Hazard
On both the Sportsman 850 and 1000 ATVs, the right side panel heat shield can melt and burn a rider or start a fire.
On the 2015 Sportsman 1000 ATV, exhaust leaks can cause fires and burns. The problem is that the exhaust springs can stretch and damage the exhaust seal, which can result in exhaust leaks. This poses burn and fire hazards.
Number of Incidents & Injuries Reported
The recalled Sportsman ATVs caused 4 minor burn injuries to riders. There are 47 reports of fires. Polaris received at least 793 incident reports, including side panels that warped, melted or burned.
Recommendation for Consumers
Owners of the recalled ATVs should contact Polaris to schedule a free repair and immediately stop using the ATV. Polaris is contacting all known owners directly.
For more information, please call Polaris at 800-765-2747 from 7 a.m. to 7 p.m. CT Monday through Friday or online at www.Polaris.com and click on “Off-Road Safety Recalls.”
List of Recalled Polaris Sportsman ATVs
Polaris recalled ALL model-year 2015 and 2016 Sportsman 850 and Sportsman 1000 ATVs. The word “Polaris” is on the front grill and “Sportsman 850” or “Sportsman 1000” is on the side of the steering column.
Model numbers are printed on the fuel tank. They were sold nationwide between May 2014 and March 2017. Each ATV cost from $8,500 to $15,000.
The recall involves the following ATVs:
| Model Year | Model Number | Model/Color |
| 2015 | A15SXA85AJ | Sportsman 850 White Lightning |
| 2015 | A15SXA85AA | Sportsman 850 Sage Green |
| 2015 | A15SXA85AC | Sportsman 850 Polaris Pursuit Camo |
| 2015 | A15SXE85AS | Sportsman 850 SP Sunset Red |
| 2015 | A15SXE85AM | Sportsman 850 SP Titanium Matte Metallic |
| 2015 | A15SYE85AS | Sportsman Touring 850 SP Sunset Red |
| 2015 | A15SYE85AV | Sportsman Touring 850 SP Blue Fire |
| 2015 | A15SXE95AW | Sportsman XP 1000 Matte White Le |
| 2015 | A15SXE95AK | Sportsman XP 1000 SP Black Pearl Metallic |
| 2015 | A15SXE95AC | Sportsman XP 1000 Polaris Pursuit Camo |
| 2015 | A15SYE95AX | Sportsman Touring XP 1000 Bronze Mist |
| 2015 | A15SXL95AM | Sportsman XP 1000 Titanium Matte Metallic |
| 2015 | A15SYL95AP | Sportsman XP 1000 Touring White Pearl Metal |
| 2016 | A16SXA85A2 | Sportsman 850 White Lightning |
| 2016 | A16SXA85A1 | Sportsman 850 Sage Green |
| 2016 | A16SXA85A9 | Sportsman 850 Polaris Pursuit® Camo |
| 2016 | A16SXE85AB | Sportsman 850 SP Velocity Blue |
| 2016 | A16SXE85AS | Sportsman 850 SP Sunset Red |
| 2016 | A16SXN85A3 | Sportsman 850 High Lifter Edition |
| 2016 | A16SXE85AM | Sportsman 850 SP Titanium Matte Metallic |
| 2016 | A16SYE85AS | Sportsman Touring 850 SP Sunset Red |
| 2016 | A16SXE95AG | Sportsman XP 1000 Matte Sagebrush Green |
| 2016 | A16SXE95AR | Sportsman XP 1000 Havasu Red Pearl |
| 2016 | A16SXD95A9 | Sportsman XP 1000 Hunter Edition |
| 2016 | A16SYE95AK | Sportsman Touring XP 1000 Black Pearl |
| 2016 | A16SXM95AL | Sportsman XP 1000 High Lifter Edition |
| 2016 | A16SYE95AP | Sportsman Touring XP 1000 Pearl White Le |
Do I have a Polaris ATV Lawsuit?
The Schmidt Firm, PLLC is currently accepting Polaris Sportsman ATV induced injury cases in all 50 states. If you or somebody you know has been burned on a recalled ATV, you should contact our lawyers immediately for a free case consultation. Please use the form below to contact our Product Liability Litigation Group or call toll free 24 hours a day at (866) 920-0753.
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