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Polaris Recalls Ranger XP Recreational Off-Highway Vehicles Due to Injury Hazard (Recall Alert)

Recall 18-737 · April 19, 2018 · Polaris

What to doConsumers should immediately stop using the recalled ROVs and contact a Polaris dealer to schedule a free inspection and repair. Polaris is contacting all known purchasers directly.

Read the official CPSC notice

Recall at a glance

Recall number
18-737 (CPSC)
Recall date
April 19, 2018
Brand
Polaris
Category
Sports, bikes and outdoor
Products
Polaris Ranger XP recreational off-highway vehicles (ROVs)
Hazard
Injury Hazard (Recall Alert)
Remedy
Repair
Units
About 10,900
Made in
United States
Last updated by CPSC
April 19, 2018

What was recalled

This recall involves model year 2016 and 2017 Polaris Ranger XP recreational off-highway vehicles (ROVs) sold in a variety of colors. The ROVs have "POLARIS" printed on the front grill, "XP" on the front fenders, and "RANGER" on the rear fenders. The vehicle identification number (VIN) is printed on a label on the driver-side frame of the vehicle, between the cargo box and left rear tire. Polaris Model Year 2016 - 2017 Ranger XP ROVs Year Model Number Model Description 2016 R16RTA87A1 RANGER XP 900 SAGE GREEN 2016 R16RTA87A4 RANGER XP 900 SOLAR RED 2016 R16RTA87A9 RANGER XP 900 POLARIS PURSUIT CAMO 2016 R16RTE87A1 RANGER XP 900 EPS SAGE GREEN 2016 R16RTE87A4 RANGER XP 900 EPS SOLAR RED 2016 R16RTE87AK RANGER XP 900 EPS BLACK PEARL 2016 R16RTE87AM RANGER XP 900 EPS TITANIUM MATTE METALLIC 2016 R16RTE87AS RANGER XP 900 EPS SUNSET RED 2016 R16RTE87AV RANGER XP 900 EPS VELOCITY BLUE 2016 R16RTE87A9 RANGER XP 900 EPS HUNTER EDITION PPC 2017 R17RTA87A1 RANGER XP 900 SAGE GREEN 2017 R17RTA87A9 RANGER XP 900 POLARIS PURSUIT CAMO 2017 R17RTE87A1 RANGER XP 900 EPS SAGE GREEN 2017 R17RTE87A4 RANGER XP 900 EPS SOLAR RED 2017 R17RVA87A1 RANGER CREW XP 900 SAGE GREEN 2017 R17RTA99A1 RANGER XP 1000 SAGE GREEN 2017 R17RVA99A1 RANGER CREW XP 1000 SAGE GREEN 2017 R17RVE87A9 RANGER CREW XP 900 EPS POLARIS PURSUIT CAMO 2017 R17RTE99AS RANGER XP 1000 EPS SUNSET RED 2017 R17RTE99AW RANGER XP 1000 EPS WHITE LIGHTNING 2017 R17RTE99AY RANGER XP 1000 EPS NARA BRONZE 2017 R17RTE99A9 RGR XP 1000 EPS HUNTER ED CAMO 2017 R17RVE99A9 RGR CREW XP 1000 EPS POLARIS PURSUIT CAMO 2017 R17RVE99AS RANGER CREW XP 1000 EPS SUNSET RED 2017 R17RVE99AY RANGER CREW XP 1000 EPS NARA BRONZE 2017 R17RTM99AM RGR XP 1000 EPS HIGH LIFTER ED MATTE METAL 2017 R17RVM99AM RGR CREW XP 1000 EPS HIGH LIFTER ED MATTE

Is my product affected?

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

  • Polaris Ranger XP recreational off-highway vehicles (ROVs) · About 10,900 units

Photos from the recall notice

Polaris 2016 Ranger XP 900 in Velocity Blue
Polaris 2016 Ranger XP 900 in Velocity Blue
Polaris 2016 Ranger Crew XP 900 in Sunset Red
Polaris 2016 Ranger Crew XP 900 in Sunset Red
Polaris 2017 Ranger XP 900 in Silver Pearl
Polaris 2017 Ranger XP 900 in Silver Pearl
Polaris 2017 Ranger XP 1000 in White Lightning
Polaris 2017 Ranger XP 1000 in White Lightning

Where it was sold

Companies named in the notice: Polaris dealers nationwide from April 2016 through April 2018 for between $12,000 and $20,000.; Polaris Industries, of Medina, Minn..

Injuries or incidents reported

Polaris has received five reports of insufficient welds of the center seat belt bracket to the vehicle frame identified by dealers during required vehicle setup inspection procedures. No incidents or injuries have been reported.

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” for more information. In addition, check your vehicle identification number (VIN) on the Product Safety Recalls page to see if your vehicle is included in any recalls.

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?

Polaris Ranger XP recreational off-highway vehicles (ROVs) (About 10,900 units). This recall involves model year 2016 and 2017 Polaris Ranger XP recreational off-highway vehicles (ROVs) sold in a variety of colors.

Why was it recalled?

CPSC lists the reason as: Injury Hazard (Recall Alert).

What should I do if I own one?

Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled ROVs and contact a Polaris dealer to schedule a free inspection and repair. Polaris is contacting all known purchasers directly.

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Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission recall data, shown as published and last updated by CPSC on April 19, 2018. 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.