The Recall Desk
HighCPSC·09762·Announced 2009-08-04

Polaris Recalls 2009 Ranger Side-by-Side Vehicles Due to Fire Hazard

Polaris is recalling about 3,800 2009 Ranger side-by-side vehicles because an electrical short in the tail light wiring harness can cause overheating and fire.

What this means for you

Real risk of harm even if no illness or injury has been reported yet. Stop using the product and follow the agency's guidance.

Our severity reasoning: The recall involves a fire hazard with reported overheating and small flames, but no injuries have been reported, fitting the High severity criteria for risk-of-harm products where injury has not yet been reported.

Plain-English summary

Polaris Industries Inc. is recalling about 3,800 2009 Polaris Ranger "Crew" and "6x6" side-by-side recreational vehicles. The recall involves specific model numbers including the Ranger 700 EFI 6x6 and Ranger 700 EFI Crew. These vehicles were sold at Polaris dealers nationwide from December 2008 through July 2009 for about $11,500.

The recall is due to a fire hazard. An electrical short can lead to overheating in the rear tail light wiring harnesses. Polaris has received 46 reports of overheating in the vehicle's tail light area, resulting in melting of plastic. In 22 of these reports, consumers reported small flames. No injuries have been reported.

Consumers should stop using the recalled vehicles immediately and contact any Polaris Ranger dealer to schedule a free repair. Polaris has notified registered consumers directly about this recall. For further information, consumers can contact Polaris toll-free at (888) 704-5290 between 8 a.m. and 5 p.m. CT Monday through Friday or visit the company's website at www.polarisindustries.com.

The recalled product

Product
2009 Polaris Ranger "Crew" and "6x6" Side-by-Side Recreational Vehicles
Manufacturer
Polaris Industries Inc., of Medina, Minn.
Category
Vehicle — Off-Road Vehicle
Hazard
Affected units
3,800

Distribution

Distributed nationwide across the United States.

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