Table of contents
- Latest Polaris Ranger Kinetic Recall Updates
- June 18, 2025: CPSC and Polaris Announce Fire Hazard Recall
- October 31, 2024: CPSC Announces Motor Controller Recall
- October 3, 2024: Polaris Emails Owners About Loose Cables
- December 15, 2023: Polaris Recalls Kinetic Vehicles over Throttle Loss
- Which Polaris Ranger Kinetic Are Affected?
- Why Was Polaris Ranger Kinetic Recalled?
- Reported Incidents, Injuries, or Illnesses
- What Should Consumers Do?
- Legal Options
- Filing Deadlines
- Frequently Asked Questions
- Is There a Recall on the Gas Pedal of the Polaris Ranger Kinetic?
- How Long Does the Polaris Ranger Kinetic Motor Controller Repair Take?
- Where Do I Report a Problem with the Polaris Ranger Kinetic Recall?
- Is the Polaris Ranger Kinetic Recall Also in Canada?
- When Were the Earlier Polaris Ranger Kinetic Recall Vehicles Sold?
Polaris recalled all Ranger XP Kinetic and Pro XD Kinetic electric off-road vehicles because water can leak through a cracked filter and start a fire. The June 18, 2025 recall covers about 4,900 vehicles and remains open.
Polaris has received 47 reports of filter failures. No injuries have been reported. The CPSC recall number is 25-343. Owners can get a free repair at a Polaris dealer.
No lawsuit, MDL or class action has been filed over the Kinetic vehicles. Two earlier Kinetic recalls came in October 2024 and December 2023.
Latest Polaris Ranger Kinetic Recall Updates
June 18, 2025: CPSC and Polaris Announce Fire Hazard Recall
CPSC announced recall 25-343 with Polaris for every Ranger XP Kinetic from model years 2023-2024 and every Pro XD Kinetic from 2025 [1].
The notice describes a fire hazard from water and a cracked filter. Polaris is contacting registered owners and offers a free repair at an authorized dealer.
October 31, 2024: CPSC Announces Motor Controller Recall
The October 31, 2024 CPSC notice covers about 1,400 older Ranger XP Kinetic vehicles, with about 70 more sold in Canada [2]. Loose high voltage cables on the motor controller unit can arc or overheat.
CPSC lists it as a Fast Track Recall. Consumers should stop using the vehicles and contact a Polaris dealer for a free inspection. Polaris repairs loose or damaged cables for free.
October 3, 2024: Polaris Emails Owners About Loose Cables
Polaris sent owners its R-24-05 recall email about the same motor controller cables [3]. The email told owners not to operate the vehicle until a dealer completes the free inspection and repair. It came before the CPSC notice.
December 15, 2023: Polaris Recalls Kinetic Vehicles over Throttle Loss
Polaris issued its December 2023 recall of 2023-2024 Ranger XP Kinetic vehicles because pressing the brake and throttle pedals together can deactivate the throttle [4]. If the driver releases the brake, the vehicle can move forward.
The notice describes a crash hazard. The remedy is a free repair with a control system update. Owners schedule it with Polaris or an authorized Polaris dealer.
Which Polaris Ranger Kinetic Are Affected?
The June 2025 recall covers these vehicles and parts:
- Model Year 2023-2024 Ranger XP Kinetic vehicles, all VINs
- Model Year 2025 Pro XD Kinetic vehicles, all VINs
- Accessory charger service parts and kits 2417296, 2417297, 2889704 and 2889486
The recall includes about 4,900 vehicles and 185 charger parts and kits in the United States. About 330 vehicles were sold in Canada.
Ranger XP Kinetic vehicles came in camouflage and white. Pro XD Kinetic vehicles have gray plastic body panels with a black frame and accents. All have three seats and “POLARIS” stamped on the front grille.
The VIN is printed on the left rear frame, driver’s side, under the cargo box. Polaris dealers nationwide sold the vehicles from April 2023 through March 2025 for between $24,000 and $37,500.
Why Was Polaris Ranger Kinetic Recalled?
Polaris Ranger Kinetic was recalled because water can leak into the high-voltage charging harness components and cause a short circuit. This poses a fire hazard.
Polaris says a crack may develop on a component within the vehicle’s charging system. That could let water reach the harness. The Polaris recall notice adds that a short circuit may develop while the vehicle is charging [5].
Polaris says this could result in a fire and pose a risk of severe injury. The recall is voluntary, and the remedy is a repair.
Reported Incidents, Injuries, or Illnesses
CPSC says Polaris got 47 reports of filter failures with the recalled vehicles. Six reports were of melting or fire. Four were of sparking or smoke.
The October 2024 notice cited one report of unintended acceleration and fire. It also cited six reports of melting on or around the motor controller unit. The December 15, 2023 notice cited eight reports of loss of throttle response.
No injuries have been reported in any of the three Kinetic recalls. The reports do not show what caused every event.
What Should Consumers Do?
If you own a recalled Kinetic vehicle, take these steps:
- Check your VIN on the Polaris recall page under Product Safety News at polaris.com.
- Contact an authorized Polaris dealer to schedule the free repair. Do not try to repair the vehicle yourself.
- Until the repair, do not wash the vehicle, and do not operate or park it in rain, snow or standing water.
- Charge outdoors with the EVSE wall plug connected directly to the outlet. Do not use extension cords, adapters or power strips.
- Watch the first charge for errors or noises. If a charging error occurs, unplug the vehicle, stop charging and contact the dealer.
- Call Polaris toll-free at 800-765-2747, 7 a.m. to 7 p.m. CT, Monday through Friday, or email Owner.Connections@polaris.com.
Legal Options
Schmidt & Clark can review an individual claim from a person hurt, or who lost property, in a fire or crash involving a recalled Kinetic. A recall is a safety action. It does not automatically mean a claim exists.
If you talk to a lawyer, keep the VIN, repair orders, recall letters, photographs and any fire or police reports.
Filing Deadlines
Filing deadlines come from state law, and they vary with where you live and when the injury or damage happened.
A claim filed after the cutoff can be barred, even if the vehicle fire or crash was serious. If a fire or crash hurt you or damaged your property, ask a lawyer about your deadline promptly.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is There a Recall on the Gas Pedal of the Polaris Ranger Kinetic?
Yes, there is a recall on the gas pedal of the Polaris Ranger Kinetic. Polaris announced it in December 2023 and it covers 2023-2024 Ranger XP Kinetic vehicles, and a separate October 2024 recall covers loose motor controller cables instead.
How Long Does the Polaris Ranger Kinetic Motor Controller Repair Take?
The Polaris Ranger Kinetic motor controller repair should take approximately 60-90 minutes, according to the Polaris R-24-05 owner email. That repair belongs to the October 2024 recall and has nothing to do with the June 2025 filter recall.
Where Do I Report a Problem with the Polaris Ranger Kinetic Recall?
You can report a problem with the Polaris Ranger Kinetic recall to CPSC through its recall complaint form. To report an injury, use SaferProducts.gov or call the CPSC hotline at 800-638-2772.
Is the Polaris Ranger Kinetic Recall Also in Canada?
Yes, the Polaris Ranger Kinetic recall also applies in Canada. The June 2025 recall was announced in conjunction with Transport Canada, under its recall number 2025124, and about 330 ROVs were sold in Canada.
When Were the Earlier Polaris Ranger Kinetic Recall Vehicles Sold?
The earlier Polaris Ranger Kinetic recall vehicles were sold at different times. Dealers sold the October 2024 recall vehicles from May 2023 through September 2024 for $24,900 to $37,800. Dealers sold the December 2023 recall vehicles from April 2023 through September 2023 for $25,000 to $37,500.