2020 Ranger XP 1000 and Ranger CREW XP 1000 Off-Road Vehicles recalled over injury risk

Recall date

July 23, 2020

Source

U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC)

Official notice title

Polaris Recalls Ranger Off-Road Vehicles and PRO XD and Bobcat Utility Vehicles Due to Crash Hazard (Recall Alert)

Recall number

20765

Brand / firm

Polaris Industries Inc., of Medina, Minn.

Sold / distributed

Polaris dealers nationwide from September 2019 through April 2020 for between $14,600 and $26,300.

Why it was recalled

An improperly manufactured clutch component can cause the engine braking feature to fail, resulting in unexpected vehicle motion, posing a crash hazard.

What was recalled

This recall involves Model Year 2020 Ranger XP 1000 and Ranger CREW XP 1000 Off-Road Vehicles, Model Years 2019-2020 PRO XD 4000D UTVs, Model Year 2019 PRO XD 2000D, and Model Year 2020 Bobcat UV34 and UV34XL UTVs. The vehicles were sold in maroon, black, sand, green, orange, blue, camo, gray and white colors and have two or four seats. For PRO XD and Ranger models, "POLARIS" is stamped on the front grille and "POLARIS PRO XD" or "Ranger" is printed on the sides of the rear cargo area. For Bobcat models, "Bobcat" is printed on the sides of the rear cargo area. The VINs included in this recall can be found stamped into the left rear vehicle frame below the cargo box. The following model names are included in this recall: YEAR MODEL NAME 2019 PRO XD 4000D 2019 PRO XD 2000D 2020 PRO XD 4000D 2020 Ranger XP 1000 2020 Ranger XP 1000 Crew 2020 Bobcat UV34 2020 Bobcat UV34XL

What to do

Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled vehicles and contact a Polaris dealer to schedule a free inspection and repair, if needed. Polaris is notifying dealers and contacting registered owners directly.. Follow the official notice for full instructions.