Investigation · Open
REAR SPROCKET BOLTS
Manufacturer: POLARIS INDUSTRIES, INC.
This investigation led to a recall
NHTSA links this probe to recall campaign 99V304000.
Campaign 99V304000 predates our recall archive — check NHTSA.gov for details.
What NHTSA is examining
Polaris issued a service bulletin in july 1999 addressing the potential for the rear sprocket bolts to loosen. A sprocket kit must be installed on all affected motorcycles to prevent loosening of the sprockets.the bulletin also states that if the wheel or sprocket surface is damaged they would need to be replaced.polaris is notifing owners to return to the dealers for needed repairs.this investigation is opened to evaluate the scope of the problem and determine the safety consequence.
Vehicles under investigation
Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation records, updated daily. An investigation is not a determination that a defect exists; many probes close without a recall.