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Polaris Recalls RZR XP Turbo Recreational Off-Highway Vehicles Due to Fire Hazard; Severe Burn Injuries; Includes Previously Recalled RZR Turbo ROVs

Recall 16-257 · September 1, 2016 · Polaris

What to doConsumers should immediately stop using the recalled ROVs and contact Polaris to schedule a free repair. Consumers will receive an extended warranty on each repaired RZR Turbo and a discount towards the purchase of a new vehicle.

Read the official CPSC notice

Recall at a glance

Recall number
16-257 (CPSC)
Recall date
September 1, 2016
Brand
Polaris
Category
Sports, bikes and outdoor
Products
Recreational Off-Highway Vehicles (ROVs)
Hazard
Fire Hazard; Severe Burn Injuries; Includes Previously Recalled RZR Turbo ROVs
Hazard type
Fire and burnCrashes and loss of control
Remedy
Repair
Units
About 13,000 (including the 2,230 vehicles previously recalled on December 2015)
Made in
United States, Mexico
Last updated by CPSC
September 2, 2016

What was recalled

This recall involves all model year 2016 Polaris RZR XP Turbo and RZR XP 4 Turbo recreational off-highway vehicles. The ROVs were sold in blue, gray, orange and red and have two or four seats and a rear box. "RZR" is printed on the rear box or on the right and left rear fenders and "Turbo" on the hood or on the right and left front fenders. "Polaris" is stamped onto the front grill. All models and Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) are included in this recall. To check for recalled vehicles visit www.polaris.com.

Is my product affected?

Compare your product with the details below, including model numbers where listed.

  • Recreational Off-Highway Vehicles (ROVs) · About 13,000 (including the 2,230 vehicles previously recalled on December 2015) units

Photos from the recall notice

2016 RZR XP Turbo
2016 RZR XP Turbo
2016 RZR XP 4 Turbo
2016 RZR XP 4 Turbo

Where it was sold

Companies named in the notice: Polaris dealers nationwide from August 2015 through July 2016 for between $25,000 and $27,500.; Polaris Industries Inc., of Medina, Minn..

Injuries or incidents reported

Polaris has received 19 reports of the ROVs catching on fire, resulting in six reports of burn injuries. One of the reported fires occurred in Utah's American Fork Canyon, which led to a young child suffering severe burns and 15 acres of forest land being destroyed.

Consumer contact

Polaris 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 "Off-Road Safety Recalls" on the main page for more information.

Recall history and context

Polaris appears in 124 CPSC recalls on record. See all Polaris recalls.

Since 2019 CPSC has recorded 451 recalls in the sports, bikes and outdoor category, 74 recalls of them in the past 12 months.

Frequently asked questions

What was recalled?

Recreational Off-Highway Vehicles (ROVs) (About 13,000 (including the 2,230 vehicles previously recalled on December 2015) units). This recall involves all model year 2016 Polaris RZR XP Turbo and RZR XP 4 Turbo recreational off-highway vehicles.

Why was it recalled?

CPSC lists the reason as: Fire Hazard; Severe Burn Injuries; Includes Previously Recalled RZR Turbo ROVs.

What should I do if I own one?

Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled ROVs and contact Polaris to schedule a free repair. Consumers will receive an extended warranty on each repaired RZR Turbo and a discount towards the purchase of a new vehicle.

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Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission recall data, shown as published and last updated by CPSC on September 2, 2016. Details can change; the official notice is the authority. If your product may be recalled, stop and read the notice before deciding what to do. Terms and disclaimer.