Severity
Moderate
ModerateActive
CPSC recall · Reported April 28, 2022
Polaris Recalls RZR Recreational Off-Road Vehicles Due to Fire Hazard (Recall Alert)
An incorrectly routed battery cable can contact the prop shaft during use, which can result in an electrical short, posing a fire hazard.
The CPSC recalled This recall involves certain VINs of Model Year 2022 RZR Pro R 4 Premium and Ultimate veh… - a moderate-severity action.
Polaris Recalls RZR Recreational Off-Road Vehicles Due to Fire Hazard (Recall Alert) was recalled and listed by the CPSC in April 28, 2022. Reason: An incorrectly routed battery cable can contact the prop shaft during use, which can result in an electrical …. Remedy: Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled vehicles and contact a Polaris deale…. Verify recall #22744 with the CPSC before acting.
The recall
issued this moderate-severity CPSC recall-An incorrectly routed battery cable can contact the prop shaft during use, which can result in an electrical ….
- Moderate
- severity level
- April 28, 2022
- reported
Sourced from official CPSC enforcement records. Verify recall #22744 with the agency before acting. Full product description, hazard, remedy, and related recalls are below.
Recall Insight
This CPSC action (record #22744) was formally reported on April 28, 2022. It is classified under Moderate severity, with a current status of Active. The recalling firm is not specified in the federal record. Federal records list the affected scope as About 1,160 (In addition, about 11 were sold in Canada).
The documented reason for this recall is: An incorrectly routed battery cable can contact the prop shaft during use, which can result in an electrical short, posing a fire hazard. Distribution information was not included in the agency filing, so consumers should assume broad potential exposure until the firm publishes point-of-sale details. The remedy documented by the agency is: Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled vehicles and contact a Polaris dealer to schedule a free inspection and repair. The dealer will re-route the battery cable, and if needed, replace… - consumers holding this product should act on that instruction rather than relying on general guidance.
Within the same product category the archive holds 6 closely related recalls, 6 from CPSC - clustering in a narrow category often points to a systemic quality-control or supplier issue rather than a one-off defect. Always verify the recall number against the official agency record before acting.
Vehicles recalls over time
Where this recall sits in its category - 7,642 vehicles recalls on record
Of 101,704 recalls in the database, 24,878 are high severity, 72,426 moderate, and 4,400 low. This recall is classified moderate severity.
Counts reflect market size and reporting activity, not inherent danger, we do not rank products by risk from raw recall volume.
Affected scope
About 1,160 (In addition, about 11 were sold in Canada)
Related Recalls
6
6 from same agency
Product description
This recall involves certain VINs of Model Year 2022 RZR Pro R 4 Premium and Ultimate vehicles. The recalled vehicles were sold in the following colors: black, blue and lime. The recalled vehicles were sold in a four-seat configuration. POLARIS is stamped on the front grille and POLARIS and RZR are printed on the sides of the vehicles. The model name is also printed on the side of the chassis. The VIN is located on the vehicle's frame in the left rear wheel well.
Reason for recall
An incorrectly routed battery cable can contact the prop shaft during use, which can result in an electrical short, posing a fire hazard.
Remedy, what to do
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled vehicles and contact a Polaris dealer to schedule a free inspection and repair. The dealer will re-route the battery cable, and if needed, replace it free of charge. Polaris has notified consumers to stop riding the vehicles and is contacting registered owners directly to provide more details about the repair.
Recall Profile
| Attribute | Value |
|---|---|
| Agency | U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission |
| Severity class | Moderate |
| Status | Active |
| Recall number | 22744 |
| Date reported | April 28, 2022 |
| Date initiated | April 28, 2022 |
| Recalling firm | Not disclosed |
| Affected scope | About 1,160 (In addition, about 11 were sold in Canada) |
| Distribution | Not disclosed |
| Official source | CPSC notice → |
Profile values are sourced directly from the official CPSC enforcement record. Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission.
What to do with this recall
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled vehicles and contact a Polaris dealer to schedule a free inspection and repa…
- Check the recall number (22744) and product description against the item you own. Search the archive
- Confirm the current status and remedy on the official CPSC notice before acting. CPSC notice
- Follow the documented remedy (refund, replacement, repair, or disposal) rather than general advice. What to do next
This page summarizes the official CPSC record for research and awareness; it is not legal, medical, or safety advice. Verify with the issuing agency before acting.
Frequently Asked Questions
What product was recalled? ▼
This recall involves certain VINs of Model Year 2022 RZR Pro R 4 Premium and Ultimate vehicles. The recalled vehicles were sold in the following colors: black, blue and lime. The recalled vehicles were sold in a four-seat configuration. POLARIS is stamped on the front grille and POLARIS and RZR are printed on the sides of the vehicles. The model name is also printed on the side of the chassis. The VIN is located on the vehicle's frame in the left rear wheel well.. Units affected: About 1,160 (In addition, about 11 were sold in Canada).
Why was this product recalled? ▼
An incorrectly routed battery cable can contact the prop shaft during use, which can result in an electrical short, posing a fire hazard.
What should consumers do? ▼
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled vehicles and contact a Polaris dealer to schedule a free inspection and repair. The dealer will re-route the battery cable, and if needed, replace it free of charge. Polaris has notified consumers to stop riding the vehicles and is contacting registered owners directly to provide more details about the repair.
Which agency issued this recall? ▼
This recall was issued by the CPSC on April 28, 2022. Severity: Moderate. Recall number: 22744.
How do I check if my product is affected by a recall? ▼
Check the product description and recall number (22744) against your product. Visit the official CPSC website for the most current information. You can also use our Recall Checker tool to search by product name or brand.
How do I report an injury from a recalled product? ▼
Report injuries to the issuing agency: CPSC at SaferProducts.gov, NHTSA at nhtsa.gov/report-a-safety-problem, or FDA via MedWatch. Document the product (photos, model/serial numbers, purchase receipts) and seek medical attention. Injury reports help agencies track hazard patterns and may strengthen enforcement actions.
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Every figure on PlainRecalls is rendered directly from official FDA, CPSC and NHTSA recall records, no number is typed in by an editor. This recall: CPSC, reported April 28, 2022. Severity classes follow each agency's own taxonomy (FDA Class I/II/III; CPSC and NHTSA by hazard type), and related-recall context is computed across the full archive. See our editorial standards & corrections policy, the methodology behind these numbers, or report a data error. Data current as of July 2026.