Polaris Recalls Recreational Off Highway Vehicles Due to Crash Hazard (Recall Alert)

Model Year 2015 - 2019 Polaris RGR EV recreational off-highway vehicles (ROVs)

Date of Recall

2019-06-04

CPSC Release Number

19-750

Manufactured In

United States, and Mexico

Units

About 3,900

Importer

Polaris Industries Inc., of Medina, Minn.

Sold By

Polaris dealers nationwide from February 2014 through January 2019 for about $11,900.

Problem/Hazard

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.

Injuries/Incidents

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.

Description

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.

Remedy

Repair

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.

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