Nationwide Polaris Snowmobile Recall Lawsuit
On July 11, 2008 the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission in association with Polaris Industries Inc., of Medina, Minnesota initiated a nationwide recall of the 550 LX, Trail Touring, and Trail Touring Deluxe snowmobiles due to a possible manufacturing defect wherein Cracks could form in the starter ring-gear and cause the ring-gear to fracture into several pieces. The broken pieces could be propelled out of the chassis of the machine at high speed causing serious injury or death to the rider and/or bystanders.
The specific model numbers affected by this snowmobile recall are as follows:
| Model Number | Model Year | Market Name |
|---|---|---|
| S08ND5BS | 2008 | 550 LX |
| S08NT5BS | 2008 | Trail Touring |
| S08NT5BE | 2008 | Trail Touring |
| S08NT5BSA | 2008 | Trail Touring Deluxe |
| S08NT5BSF | 2008 | Trail Touring Deluxe |
Thus far, Polaris has received 10 reports of loose ring-gear attachment bolts or broken gear teeth, however no injuries have been reported to date.
Do I Have a Snowmobile Injury Lawsuit?
If you or somebody you know has been injured by a Polaris snowmobile included within this recall, you may be entitled to compensation for your injuries. Please use the form below to submit your information to an Injury Help Network product liability attorney / lawyer. You may also contact us by calling toll free 24 hrs/day (866) 879-3040.
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