Polaris Industries Recalls Ranger XD 1500 Recreational Off-Road Vehicles (ROVs) with Winches Due to Fire Hazard

Recall Date
2024-09-19
Manufacturer
Polaris Industries Inc., of Medina, Minnesota
Units Affected
About 10,500 ROVs and 1,336 winches (In addition, about 660 ROVs were sold in Canada)

Products Involved

Model Year 2024 RANGER XD 1500 and Crew XD 1500 Recreational Off-Road Vehicles (ROVs)

Hazard

The winch wiring can overheat while in use, posing a fire hazard and risk of serious injury to the rider or passenger.

Remedy

Consumers should immediately stop using the winch in the recalled ROVs and contact an authorized Polaris dealer to schedule a free repair to confirm a proper winch ground connection at the dealer's location. Polaris is contacting registered owners directly.

Reported Injuries

The firm has received one report of fire. No injuries have been reported.

Sold At

Polaris dealers nationwide from February 2023 through August 2024 for between $40,000 and $50,500.

Manufactured In

United States

Full Recall Description

This recall involves certain VINs of Polaris Model Year 2024 RANGER XD 1500 and RANGER CREW XD 1500 ROVs. The recalled ROVs were sold in camouflage, red and silver colors. The vehicles were sold in three and six-seat configurations and have "POLARIS" stamped on the front grille. The VIN is printed on a portion of the left rear frame (on the driver's side of the vehicle) under the cargo box. In addition, this recall involves 4,500 and 6,000 lb. winches purchased as an accessory (part numbers 2889275 or 2889276).

Data source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) via SaferProducts.gov.

For the most current recall information, check directly with CPSC or the manufacturer.

Last verified: 2026-03-28