Severity
Moderate
ModerateActive
CPSC recall · Reported March 30, 2023
Polaris Recalls RZR Recreational Off-Road Vehicles Due to Fire Hazard (Recall Alert)
The alternator can fail during operation, posing a fire hazard.
The recall
issued this moderate-severity CPSC recall — The alternator can fail during operation, posing a fire hazard..
- Moderate
- severity level
- March 30, 2023
- reported
Sourced from official CPSC enforcement records. Verify recall #23740 with the agency before acting. Full product description, hazard, remedy, and related recalls are below.
Recall Insight
This CPSC action (record #23740) was formally reported on March 30, 2023. 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 200 (In addition, about 2 were sold in Canada).
The documented reason for this recall is: The alternator can fail during operation, 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 repair. The dealer will replace the alternator free of charge. Polaris has notified consu… — 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 — 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 — 9,301 vehicles recalls on record
Where this recall sits in the database
Of 100,165 recalls in the database, 23,668 are high severity, 72,097 moderate, and 4,400 low. This recall is classified moderate severity.
Affected scope
About 200 (In addition, about 2 were sold in Canada)
Related Recalls
6
0 from same agency
Product description
This recall involves certain VINs of Model Years 2022 and 2023 RZR Pro R and RZR Pro R 4 vehicles. The recalled vehicles were sold in the following colors: black, blue, crystal and gray. The recalled vehicles were sold in two and four-seat configurations. 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. A limited number of alternators could have been sold as service parts (part number 4017547) and are included in this recall. Model Year 2022 RZR Pro R Premium RZR Pro R Sport RZR Pro R Ultimate RZR Pro R 4 Premium RZR Pro R 4 Sport RZR Pro R 4 Ultimate Model Year 2023 RZR Pro R Ultimate RZR Pro R 4 Premium RZR Pro R 4 Ultimate
Reason for recall
The alternator can fail during operation, 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 repair. The dealer will replace the alternator 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 | 23740 |
| Date reported | March 30, 2023 |
| Date initiated | March 30, 2023 |
| Recalling firm | Not disclosed |
| Affected scope | About 200 (In addition, about 2 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.
Frequently Asked Questions
What product was recalled? ▼
This recall involves certain VINs of Model Years 2022 and 2023 RZR Pro R and RZR Pro R 4 vehicles. The recalled vehicles were sold in the following colors: black, blue, crystal and gray. The recalled vehicles were sold in two and four-seat configurations. 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. A limited number of alternators could have been sold as service parts (part number 4017547) and are included in this recall. Model Year 2022 RZR Pro R Premium RZR Pro R Sport RZR Pro R Ultimate RZR Pro R 4 Premium RZR Pro R 4 Sport RZR Pro R 4 Ultimate Model Year 2023 RZR Pro R Ultimate RZR Pro R 4 Premium RZR Pro R 4 Ultimate. Units affected: About 200 (In addition, about 2 were sold in Canada).
Why was this product recalled? ▼
The alternator can fail during operation, 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 repair. The dealer will replace the alternator 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 March 30, 2023. Severity: Moderate. Recall number: 23740.
How do I check if my product is affected by a recall? ▼
Check the product description and recall number (23740) 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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Data Sources
Source: FDA, CPSC, and NHTSA federal recall databases. This recall: CPSC, reported March 30, 2023.
- Source: FDA — Food and Drug Administration, openFDA Enforcement API (food, drug, and medical device recalls)
- Source: CPSC — Consumer Product Safety Commission Recalls API (consumer product recalls and hazards)
- Source: NHTSA — National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Recalls API (vehicle safety recalls)
Recall information is sourced from official federal agency databases. Always verify recall details with the issuing agency for the most current status. This information is for research and awareness purposes only.
Read our methodology — how this data is sourced, computed, and verified.
Source: Federal recall agencies (FDA, CPSC, NHTSA) Aggregated federal recall feeds Recall data normalized across FDA, CPSC and NHTSA feeds; severity classifications follow each agency's own taxonomy (FDA Class I/II/III; CPSC and NHTSA by hazard type).