CPSC Recall in 2016: Polaris Recalls RZR XP Turbo Recreational Off-Highway Vehicles Due to Fire Hazard; Severe Burn Injuries; Includes Previously Recalled RZR Turbo ROVs

Updated on March 25, 2026.

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Data Source: CPSC.

Recall Number: 16-257

Date: September 01, 2016

Product Name: Recreational Off-Highway Vehicles (ROVs)

Recall Description:

This recall involves all model year 2016 Polaris RZR XP Turbo and RZR XP 4 Turbo recreational off-highway vehicles. The ROVs were sold in blue, gray, orange and red and have two or four seats and a rear box. “RZR” is printed on the rear box or on the right and left rear fenders and “Turbo” on the hood or on the right and left front fenders. “Polaris” is stamped onto the front grill. All model and Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) are included in this recall. To check for recalled vehicles visit www.polaris.com.

Hazard Description:

The vehicles' engine can overheat and turbo system’s drain tube can loosen, posing a fire hazard.

Consumer Action:

Remedy Type:

Repair

Units: About 13,000 (including the 2, 230 vehicles previously recalled on December 2015.)

Incidents:

Polaris has received 19 reports of the ROVs catching on fire, resulting in six reports of burn injuries. One of the reported fires occurred in Utah’s American Fork Canyon, which led to a young child suffering severe burns and 15 acres of forest land being destroyed.

Sold At:

Polaris dealers nationwide from August 2015 through July 2016 for between $25,000 and $27,500.

Manufactured In:

U.S. and Mexico