Polaris Recalls RZR Recreational Off-Road Vehicles Due to Fire Hazard

Name of Product:

Model Years 2022-2023 RZR Pro R and Pro R 4 Recreational Off-Road Vehicles

Hazard:

The alternator can fail during operation, posing a fire hazard.

Remedy:
Repair
Recall Date:

March 30, 2023

Units:

About 200 (In addition, about 2 were sold in Canada)

Description:

This recall involves certain VINs of Model Years 2022 and 2023 RZR Pro R and RZR Pro R 4 vehicles. The recalled vehicles were sold in the following colors: black, blue, crystal and gray. The recalled vehicles 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 vehicles. 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. A limited number of alternators could have been sold as service parts (part number 4017547) and are included in this recall.

Remedy:

Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled vehicles and contact a Polaris dealer to schedule a free repair. The dealer will replace the alternator free of charge. Polaris has notified consumers to stop riding the vehicles and is contacting registered owners directly to provide more details about the repair.

Incidents/Injuries:

The firm has received four reports of the alternator failing, including two incidents of fire. No injuries have been reported.

Sold At:

Polaris dealers nationwide from July 2022 through February 2023 for between $32,000 and $45,000.

Importer(s):

Polaris Industries Inc., of Medina, Minnesota

Manufactured In:
Mexico
Recall number:

23-740

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