Polaris Industries is recalling more than 10,000 Ranger XD 1500 recreational off-road vehicles (ROV) with winches because of a risk of fire.
According to the Consumer Product Safety Commission, the winch wiring can overheat while in use, posing a fire hazard and risk of serious injury to the rider or passenger.
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).
The firm has received one report of a fire but no injuries. Polaris dealers nationwide from February 2023 through August 2024 for between $40,000 and $50,500.
What to do
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.
Consumers may also contact Polaris Industries 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 “Product Safety News” located under the “Safety” column at the bottom of the page, or https://www.polaris.com/en-us/off-road-recalls/ to check if your vehicle identification number (VIN) is included in any recalls. Consumers can contact Polaris’ owner connections team at Owner.Connections@polaris.com or via an online forum accessible at https://www.polaris.com/en-us/off-road/owner-resources/help-center/email.