Polaris Ranger ROV Recall Issued Due to Fire Hazard

Roughly 43,000 Polaris recreational off-highway vehicles are being recalled following several reports that suggest the ROVs may overheat and catch on fire, posing an injury and burn hazard for riders. 

The Polaris Ranger 570 recall was announced by the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) on June 28, following at least seven reports of the vehicles overheating and catching fire during use. To date, no injuries have been reported.

The vehicles reportedly burst into flames during heavy engine loading, slow-speed intermittent use and high outdoor temperatures. The cause of the overheating and fires has not been definitively determined, and customers are being asked to stop using the vehicles for any purpose.

The recall includes 2015 and 2016 model year Polaris Ranger 570 ROVs with either two or four seats. The vehicles were sold in several colors and have the model name “Ranger” printed on the rear cargo box. The series number “570” is printed on the hood and the brand name “Polaris” is stamped on the front of the grill. For a full list of the recalled series and models please visit the CPSC recall notice.

The recalled Polaris ROVs were manufactured in Mexico by Polaris Industries Inc. of Medina, Minnesota where they were imported and sold at Polaris dealers nationwide from August 2014 through June 2016 for between $10,000 and $12,500.

Customers with the recalled models are being asked to stop using them immediately and contact Polaris at 800-765-2747 or visit them online at www.polaris.com and navigate to the “Off-Road Safety Recalls” link for information on how to schedule a free repair.