The Recall Desk
HighCPSC·21765·Announced 2021-07-22

Polaris GENERAL Recreational Off-Highway Vehicles Crash Hazard Recall

Polaris is recalling Model Year 2021 GENERAL 1000, GENERAL 4 1000, GENERAL XP 1000, and GENERAL XP 4 1000 recreational off-highway vehicles because a weld between the brake pedal pivot bracket and EPS mounting bracket can separate, resulting in loss of brake function.

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 structural defect (weld separation) that creates a risk of brake failure and crashes in recreational off-highway vehicles. Although no illnesses or injuries have been reported, the hazard is concrete and directly tied to vehicle safety; this fits the High category for risk-of-harm products where injury has not yet been reported.

Plain-English summary

Polaris Inc. is recalling approximately 1,400 Model Year 2021 GENERAL 1000, GENERAL 4 1000, GENERAL XP 1000, and GENERAL XP 4 1000 recreational off-highway vehicles sold nationwide through Polaris dealers from March 2021 through May 2021. The two or four-seat vehicles are available in burgundy, gray, graphite, tan, titanium, and white, with "POLARIS" stamped on the front grille and "POLARIS" and "GENERAL" printed on the sides.

The recalled vehicles have a defect in which the weld between the brake pedal pivot bracket and the EPS mounting bracket can separate. This separation can result in a loss of brake function, which poses a crash hazard.

No injuries have been reported. Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled vehicles and contact a Polaris dealer to schedule a free inspection and, if needed, a free repair. Polaris is notifying dealers and contacting registered owners directly. Consumers can reach Polaris at 800-765-2747 from 7 a.m. to 7 p.m. CT Monday through Friday, or online at www.polaris.com by clicking on "Off Road Safety Recalls" for more information.

The recalled product

Product
Model Year 2021 GENERAL 1000, GENERAL 4 1000, GENERAL XP 1000 and GENERAL XP 4 1000 ROVs
Manufacturer
Polaris Inc., of Medina, Minn.
Category
Vehicle — Recreational Off-Highway Vehicle
Hazard
  • brake-failure
  • crash-hazard
  • weld-defect
Affected units
1,400

Distribution

Distributed nationwide across the United States.

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