Polaris · Recalled
Polaris Recalls Recreational Off Highway Vehicles Due to Crash Hazard (Recall Alert)
An incorrectly wired chassis harness can cause an incorrect throttle control signal to the electric drive motor, which can cause the vehicle to accelerate unexpectedly, posing a crash hazard.
- Units
- About 3,900
- Reports
- 8
- Injuries
- 2
- Deaths
- —
- Price
- $11,900
- Remedy
- Repair
Reports, injuries, deaths and price are read out of the notice’s wording by rules, so they can miss unusual phrasing. The official notice is the record.
Affected
This recall involves model year 2015 - 2019 Ranger EV recreational off-highway vehicles (ROVs) sold in avalanche gray and pursuit camo, which were produced between April 2014 and January 2019. The recalled vehicles have "POLARIS" printed on the front grille and beneath the doors; and "RANGER" printed on the rear fenders. The vehicle identification number (VIN) and model number can be found on a label affixed to the vehicle frame in the left front wheel well. VIN numbers included in this recall are at www.polaris.com.
The file
- Sold at
- Polaris dealers nationwide from February 2014 through January 2019 for about $11,900.
- Product type
- Not stated
- Made in
- Mexico, United States
- Recalled by
- Polaris Industries Inc., of Medina, Minn.
Incident log
Polaris has received eight reports of the recalled ROVs accelerating unexpectedly, due to an incorrectly wired harness. There was one reported incident with two injuries, which happened outside of the U.S.
What the notice says to do
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled ROVs and contact a Polaris dealer to schedule a free repair. Polaris is contacting all registered owners directly.
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 notice published by the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission. This site is independent: always confirm on the official notice before acting.