Polaris Industries Recalls Ranger XD 1500 Recreational Off-Road Vehicles (ROVs) with Winches Due to Fire Hazard
Recall 24374 · Sep 19, 2024 · Polaris Industries
10,500
units affected
10,500
units affected
Facts
- Recall number
- 24374
- Date
- Sep 19, 2024
- Company
- Polaris Industries
- Units affected
- 10,500
- Product
- Model Year 2024 RANGER XD 1500 and Crew XD 1500 Recreational Off-Road Vehicles (ROVs)
- Remedy
- Repair
- Hazard
- Fire
The product
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).
What can happen
The winch wiring can overheat while in use, posing a fire hazard and risk of serious injury to the rider or passenger.
The fix
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.
Incidents and where it was sold
- Incidents
- 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.
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Questions and answers
What should I do with the recalled model year 2024 ranger xd 1500 and crew xd 1500 recreational off-road vehicles (rovs)?
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.
What is the hazard?
The winch wiring can overheat while in use, posing a fire hazard and risk of serious injury to the rider or passenger.
A recall means the maker found a safety problem and offers a free fix; it does not mean every unit has the problem. Units affected are as reported by the company. Popular models sell more and so have more recalls and complaints. Official public data; texts are shortened. Contact the company named above for the remedy.