Stop using nowConsumer product recall · CPSC · Published December 14, 2023
Polaris Recalls Ranger XP Kinetic ROVs: Crash Hazard
Polaris recalls 2023-2024 Ranger XP Kinetic ROVs due to a throttle deactivation crash hazard. Stop using immediately and contact Polaris for a free repair.
Pressing the brake and throttle pedals simultaneously can deactivate the throttle. If the brake is then released, the vehicle can move and the throttle can still be deactivated, posing a crash hazard and risk of serious injury.
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✎ GovInfoNow plain-language explainer
Polaris Industries is recalling Model Year 2023-2024 Ranger XP Kinetic Recreational Off-Road Vehicles because pressing the brake and throttle pedals simultaneously can deactivate the throttle. If the brake is released while the throttle remains deactivated, the vehicle may move unexpectedly, posing a crash hazard. Consumers have received eight reports of loss of throttle response, though no injuries have been reported. Read more at govinfonow.com/recall/2107-polaris-recalls-ranger-xp-kinetic-rovs-crash-hazard.
“Polaris Recalls Ranger XP Kinetic ROVs: Crash Hazard.” GovInfoNow, updated October 9, 2026. https://govinfonow.com/recall/2107-polaris-recalls-ranger-xp-kinetic-rovs-crash-hazard. Based on CPSC recall #9797 (https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2024/Polaris-Industries-Recalls-Ranger-XP-Kinetic-Recreational-Off-Road-Vehicles-ROVs-Due-to-Crash-Hazard).
Polaris Industries Inc. recalled Model Year 2023-2024 Ranger XP Kinetic Recreational Off-Road Vehicles due to a crash hazard, the Consumer Product Safety Commission announced on Dec. 14, 2023. Owners should stop using the vehicles and contact Polaris for a free repair.
How to tell if you have it
Polaris Ranger XP Kinetic ROV
Model Year 2023-2024
Sold at authorized dealers nationwide from April 2023 through September 2023
What to do
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled vehicles and contact Polaris or an authorized Polaris dealer to schedule a free repair, including an update to the vehicle control system. Polaris has notified consumers to stop riding the vehicles and is contacting registered owners directly.
The hazard
Pressing the brake and throttle pedals simultaneously can deactivate the throttle. If the brake is then released, the vehicle can move and the throttle can still be deactivated, posing a crash hazard and risk of serious injury. The firm has received eight reports of loss of throttle response. No injuries have been reported.
Context
GovInfoNow's records show Polaris Industries Inc. has 27 other recalls on record since Feb. 17, 2022. Other recent recalls include a fire hazard risk in 2025-2026 Ranger XP 1000 Vehicles (Oct. 30, 2025), a fire hazard from water leak in Polaris Ranger XP Kinetic and Pro XD Kinetic models (June 18, 2025), and seat belt failure risk in 2023-2025 Ranger XP 1000 NorthStar models (May 15, 2025). Other recent recalls of similar products include Vanderhall Brawley GTS Recall for crash hazard from unexpected acceleration (Aug. 6, 2026), Can-Am ATVs Recall for speed limiter malfunction risk of serious injury (May 14, 2026), and Yamaha 2021-2022 Fleet Golf Cars Recall for brake cable crash hazard (June 11, 2026).
How to tell if you have this one
Check if your vehicle is a Model Year 2023-2024 Ranger XP Kinetic with "POLARIS" stamped on the front grille. The model number and VIN are printed on the left rear frame under the cargo box. Verify if it was sold in camouflage or white colors between April 2023 and September 2023.
Brand
Polaris
Product
Model Year 2023-2024 Ranger XP Kinetic Recreational Off-Road Vehicles (ROVs)
Category
Consumer product
Based on the official CPSC remedy
What to do — step by step
Stop using the vehicle
Immediately cease riding the recalled ROV to prevent potential crashes caused by throttle deactivation.
Contact Polaris for repair
Call 800-765-2747 or visit www.polaris.com to schedule a free repair that includes an update to the vehicle control system.
Check your VIN status
Visit www.polaris.com/en-us/recalls and enter your Vehicle Identification Number to confirm if it is included in this recall.
Official remedy
What CPSC says to do
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled vehicles and contact Polaris or an authorized Polaris dealer to schedule a free repair, including an update to the vehicle control system. Polaris has notified consumers to stop riding the vehicles and is contacting registered owners directly.
Where it went
Where it was sold
Sold nationwide.
Nationwide
Not listed
CPSC “Sold at”: “Authorized Polaris dealers nationwide from April 2023 through September 2023 for between $25,000 and $37,500.”
Sold nationwide.
Take action
Contact Polaris
We’ve drafted a message you can send Polaris to request your refund or repair — edit it as you like.
Subject: Recall 9797 — Polaris Recalls Ranger XP Kinetic ROVs: Crash Hazard
Hello,
I own a Polaris Recalls Ranger XP Kinetic ROVs: Crash Hazard that is covered by recall 9797 from Polaris.
The official recall notice states: Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled vehicles and contact Polaris or an authorized Polaris dealer to schedule a free repair, including an update to the vehicle control system. Polaris has notified consumers to stop riding the vehicles and is contacting registered owners directly.
I’m writing to arrange the remedy described in the recall (a refund, repair, or replacement as applicable). Could you please tell me the next steps to resolve this?
Thank you.
The facts (hazard, remedy, dates, manufacturer) are pulled from the official CPSC recall record. The plain-language summary and step-by-step checklist are written by GovInfoNow to make the official notice easier to act on — they don’t replace it.
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