Widetrak Snowmobiles (Polaris) – Shock Hazard (2009)
Hazard assessment based on recall description.
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Check Your Product
According to the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC)
Product
2009 Widetrak Snowmobiles and Engine Block and Battery Heaters
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 Widetrak Snowmobiles and Engine Block and Battery Heaters. The hazard is: The insulation of the electrical cord for the engine and battery heaters can fail during cold temper. 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 model year 2009 Polaris IQ WIDETRAK snowmobiles with the engine block or battery heater directly installed. Model number S09PU7ES is printed on the right side of the tunnel below the seat. This recall also involves Polaris accessory engine block heaters and battery heaters.
Reported concern (CPSC)
The insulation of the electrical cord for the engine and battery heaters can fail during cold temperatures, posing an electric shock hazard to consumers.
Recommended Action
Per CPSC guidance
Consumers should immediately stop using the engine block heater or battery heater, and contact any Polaris dealer to schedule a free repair. Polaris has notified registered consumers directly about this recall.
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