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Active recall — stop using this product now.
Remedy: free repair · About 5,130 (In addition, about 460 ROVs were sold in Canada) units
Recall No. 26-054 Published October 30, 2025

Model Year 2025-2026 Ranger XP 1000 NorthStar and Ranger Crew XP 1000 NorthStar Recreational Off-Road Vehicles (ROVs)

An improperly routed alternator cable can become damaged and contact the negative battery post, resulting in an electrical short, posing a fire hazard and risk of serious injury. Manufactured by Polaris Industries Inc. and sold at Polaris dealers nationwide from March 2025 – August 2025 for $28,000 to $38,000.

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Recalled Polaris Model Year 2025 Ranger XP 1000 NorthStar
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Recalled Polaris Model Year 2025 Ranger XP 1000 NorthStar

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Why it was recalled

An improperly routed alternator cable can become damaged and contact the negative battery post, resulting in an electrical short, posing a fire hazard and risk of serious injury.

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Incident reports to the firm
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Injuries reported
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SaferProducts.gov reports

The firm has received five reports of sparking/smoking/melting and one report of fire. No injuries or property damage have been reported.

The official remedy

Remedy type: repair
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What to do

Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled ROVs and go to https://www.polaris.com/en-us/recalls/off-road/polaris-recalls-some-model-year-2025-2026-ranger-xp-1000-and-crew-xp-1000-vehicles/ to determine if their vehicle falls under the scope of the recall. Polaris is providing instructions on how to continue operating their vehicles until the repair can be completed or to contact an authorized Polaris dealer to schedule a free repair at the dealer's location.

Product and sales details

ManufacturerPolaris Industries Inc., of Medina, Minnesota
UnitsAbout 5,130 (In addition, about 460 ROVs were sold in Canada)
Made inUnited States
Sold atPolaris dealers nationwide
Sales periodMarch 2025 – August 2025
Price$28,000 to $38,000

How to reach the firm

Phone
800-765-2747
7 a.m. to 7 p.m. CT Monday through Friday
Email
Recall page
www.polaris.com

Verify phone numbers, hours and web addresses on the current CPSC notice before contacting the firm.