Name of Product: Model Year 2023-2024 Ranger XP Kinetic Recreational Off-Road Vehicles (ROVs)
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.
Remedy: Repair
Recall Date: October 31, 2024
Units: About 1,400 (In addition, about 70 were sold in Canada)
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.
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.
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. No injuries have been reported.
Sold At: Polaris dealers nationwide from May 2023 through September 2024 for between $24,900 and $37,800.
Manufacturer(s): Polaris Industries Inc., of Medina, Minnesota
Manufactured In: United States
Recall number: 25-024
Fast Track Recall
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