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CPSCCPSC · Consumer products·Recall number 26054

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

Published October 30, 2025

Summary

CPSC records recall 26054, published October 30, 2025. Recalling firm: Polaris Industries Inc., of Medina, Minnesota; Reported units: About 5,130 (In addition, about 460 ROVs were sold in Canada).

What's the hazard

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.

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.

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Recall details

Brand
Polaris Industries Inc., of Medina, Minnesota
Manufacturer
Polaris Industries Inc., of Medina, Minnesota
Distributor
Polaris dealers nationwide from March 2025 through August 2025 for between $28,000 and $38,000.
Country
US

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Questions about this recall

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

Yes. CPSC published recall 26054 on October 30, 2025. Reported hazard: 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.

What should I do if I have this product?

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.

How do I know if my unit is part of the recall?

Compare your product details with the notice. Brand: Polaris Industries Inc., of Medina, Minnesota.

View official CPSC notice(opens on cpsc.gov)