Polaris has recalled approximately 26,730 Ranger and General utility vehicles (UTVs) due to a software defect that can cause the throttle to fail to return to idle after the engine stalls and is restarted in gear. This defect can lead to sudden, unintended acceleration. No incidents or injuries have been reported to date, but the issue affects 2019 and 2020 models sold in various colors including gray, blue, white, red, green camo, orange, sand, and maroon from June 2018 through March 2020. Polaris will provide a free software update to resolve this crash hazard.
A software malfunction prevents the throttle from returning to the idle position if the vehicle stalls and is restarted while still in gear without first cycling the key to the off position. This can cause the vehicle to accelerate unexpectedly, leading to a loss of control and a crash hazard for the operator and passengers.
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled vehicles and contact a Polaris dealer to schedule a free inspection and repair. Polaris is notifying dealers and contacting registered owners directly.
Recalled Model Year 2019 Polaris RANGER XP 1000 EPS
Recalled Model Year 2019 Polaris RANGER CREW XP 1000
Recalled Model Year 2020 Polaris RANGER XP 1000
Recalled Model Year 2020 Polaris RANGER CREW XP 1000
Recalled Model Year 2020 Polaris GENERAL XP 1000 DELUXE
Recalled Model Year 2020 Polaris GENERAL XP 4 1000 DELUXE
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If you or a family member were harmed by this recalled product, you may have legal rights. Consider consulting a consumer protection attorney to understand your options for compensation.
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Sources: CPSC Notice · Raw API Response