Polaris Recalls RZR XP 1000 and XP 4 1000 Recreational Off-Road Vehicles (ROVs) Due to Fire Hazard (Recall Alert)
Thu Dec 05 2024
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Summary
This recall involves certain VINs of Polaris Model Year 2024-2025 RZR XP 1000 and XP 4 1000 ROVs. The recalled vehicles were sold in black, blue, gray, red and white colors. They were sold in two and four-seat configurations. "POLARIS" is stamped on the front grille and "POLARIS" and "RZR" are printed on the sides of the vehicle. The model name is also printed on the side of the chassis. The VIN is located on the vehicle's frame in the left rear wheel well.
Hazards
| Hazard | Type of Hazard |
|---|---|
| The positive (+) battery terminal cover (red) can become damaged by the seat base, causing the positive (+) battery post to be exposed and contact nearby conductive components, resulting in an electrical short, posing a fire hazard. | Not specified |
Injuries
| Injury |
|---|
| The firm has received a total of three reports of incidents including two reports of fires and one report of melted wires. No injuries have been reported. |
Manufacturers
| Manufacturer |
|---|
| Polaris Industries Inc., of Medina, Minnesota |
Affected Products
| Product Name | Number of Affected Units |
|---|---|
| Model Year 2024-2025 RZR XP 1000 and XP 4 1000 ROVs | About 21,000 (In addition, about 1,300 were sold in Canada) |