Polaris ATVs (Polaris) – fire hazard (2009)
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According to the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC)
Product
2009 Model Year Polaris All-Terrain Vehicles (ATVs)
Brand
Polaris Industries Inc., of Medina, Minn.
Lot Codes / Batch Numbers
Not specified in CPSC notice. Check official source for details.
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Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission
Polaris Industries Inc., of Medina, Minn. is recalling 2009 Model Year Polaris All-Terrain Vehicles (ATVs). The hazard is: The valve assembly can fail in freezing temperatures, causing oil to leak into the exhaust system. T. Based on CPSC recall notice.
Summary derived from CPSC notice
The following details were not provided by CPSC: UPC codes.
Reason for Recall
As stated by CPSC
This recall involves the Polaris ATVs with model year 2009. The ATVs were sold under market names Sportsman ESP XP 850 and Sportsman XP 850 ATVs. The model and serial number identification decal is located on the left side of the machine on the frame rail below the front fender. The following models are being recalled: Market Name Model Number Sportsman ESP XP 850 A09ZX85AG Sportsman XP 850 A09ZN85AL Sportsman ESP XP 850 A09ZX85AL Sportsman XP 850 A09ZN85AQ Sportsman ESP XP 850 A09ZX85AQ Sportsman XP 850 A09ZN85AS Sportsman ESP XP 850 A09ZX85AR Sportsman XP 850 A09ZN85AT Sportsman ESP XP 850 A09ZX85AS Sportsman XP 850 A09ZN85AX Sportsman ESP XP 850 A09ZX85AX Sportsman XP 850 A09ZN8XAL Sportsman ESP XP 850 A09ZX8XAG Sportsman XP 850 A09ZN8XAQ Sportsman ESP XP 850 A09ZX8XAL Sportsman XP 850 A09ZN8XAS Sportsman ESP XP 850 A09ZX8XAQ Sportsman XP 850 A09ZN8XAX Sportsman ESP XP 850 A09ZX8XAR Sportsman ESP XP 850 A09ZX8XAS Sportsman ESP XP 850 A09ZX8XAX
Reported concern (CPSC)
The valve assembly can fail in freezing temperatures, causing oil to leak into the exhaust system. This could pose a fire and burn hazard to the rider.
Recommended Action
Per CPSC guidance
Consumers should immediately stop using the ATV in sub-freezing temperatures and contact their local Polaris dealer to schedule a free repair. Registered owners have received direct mail notification of this recall if they are likely to experience consistently sub-freezing temperatures.
Verify this information on the official source
For complete details and official instructions, check the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) directly.
View official CPSC recall noticePage updated: Jan 6, 2026