Polaris Industries Recalls Ranger XP Kinetic Recreational Off-Road Vehicles (ROVs) Due to Fire and Crash Hazards

Recall Date
2024-10-31
Manufacturer
Polaris Industries Inc., of Medina, Minnesota
Units Affected
About 1,400 (In addition, about 70 were sold in Canada)

Products Involved

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

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.

Reported 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.

Manufactured In

United States

Full Recall 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.

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