The high voltage cables on the motor controller unit can be loose, causing the cable to arc or overheat while in use, posing fire and crash hazards and risk of serious injury.
View The Official CPSC Recall Notice
Description
This recall involves Model Year 2023-2024 RANGER XP Kinetic Recreational Off-Road Vehicles (ROVs). The vehicles were sold in camouflage and white colors in three-seat configurations and have “POLARIS” stamped on the front grille. The model number and VIN are printed on a portion of the left rear frame (on the driver’s side of the vehicle) under the cargo box.
Incidents/Injuries
The firm has received one report of unintended acceleration and fire and six reports of melting on or around the motor controller unit.
Name of Product: Model Year 2023-2024 Ranger XP Kinetic Recreational Off-Road Vehicles (ROVs)
Recall Date: October 31, 2024
Recall Number: 25-024
Hazard: The high voltage cables on the motor controller unit can be loose, causing the cable to arc or overheat while in use, posing fire and crash hazards and risk of serious injury.
Sold At: Polaris dealers nationwide from May 2023 through September 2024 for between $24,900 and $37,800.
Remedy: Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled ROVs and contact an authorized Polaris dealer to schedule a free inspection of the motor controller unit and its components. If the high voltage cables are loose or damaged Polaris will provide a free repair at the dealer’s location. Polaris is contacting registered owners directly.
Units: About 1,400 (In addition, about 70 were sold in Canada)
Consumer Directions and Contact
What Do I Do if My Product is Recalled?
Polaris Industries 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 “Product Safety News” located under the “Safety” column at the bottom of the page or https://www.polaris.com/en-us/off-road-recalls/ to check if your vehicle identification number (VIN) is included in any recalls. Consumers can contact Polaris’ owner connections team at Owner.Connections@polaris.com or via an online forum accessible at https://www.polaris.com/en-us/off-road/owner-resources/help-center/email.
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