Does the 2020 Polaris Ranger XP 1000 have any recalls?

Transport Canada lists 6 campaigns and the U.S. NHTSA lists 0 for the 2020 Polaris Ranger XP 1000. Matched by make, model, and model year. Many recalls affect only specific VIN ranges — confirm with your dealer using your full VIN.

How do I know if a recall applies to my 2020 Polaris Ranger XP 1000?

Recalls are matched by make, model and model year, but many cover only certain VIN ranges. Confirm with your manufacturer or dealer using your full VIN, or use the official Transport Canada or NHTSA lookup.

Are recall repairs free?

Yes. In both Canada and the United States the manufacturer must fix a recalled defect at no charge, through a franchised dealer.

RECALLS — MAKE · MODEL · YEAR

2020 Polaris Ranger XP 1000 recalls

6 safety recall campaigns have been filed for the 2020 Polaris Ranger XP 1000 with Transport Canada and the U.S. NHTSA. Here is what both agencies say.

Canadian recalls: 06
U.S. recalls: 00
Total campaigns: 06

Transport Canada recalls

Powertrain#2021782December 20, 2021
4,501 units affected
Issue: On certain side-by-side UTV's, the accelerator pedal may not return when it is released. This could cause the throttle to stick open. Note: This recall replaces R-21-01 (Transport Canada Recall 2021-008). If your UTV was inspected as a part of that recall, but the accelerator pedal was not replaced, your UTV requires this repair. Safety Risk: A throttle that sticks in the open position could cause a loss of control and create the risk of a crash. Corrective Actions: The company will notify owners by mail and instruct you to take your UTV to a dealer to replace the accelerator pedal. To reduce the safety risk, the company recommends that you should avoid driving your UTV until the recall repairs have been completed.
Powertrain#2021008January 14, 2021
1,540 units affected
This recall was replaced by Transport Canada Recall No. 2021-782. Issue: On certain side-by-side UTV's, the accelerator pedal may not return when it is released. This could cause the throttle to stick open. Safety Risk: A throttle that sticks in the open position could cause a loss of control and create the risk of a crash. Corrective Actions: The company will notify owners by mail and instruct you to take your UTV to a dealer to inspect, and if necessary, replace the accelerator pedal. To reduce the safety risk, the company recommends that you should avoid driving your UTV until the recall repairs have been completed.
Powertrain#2020168April 17, 2020
514 units affected
Issue: On certain side-by-side ATV's, the drive clutch may stay engaged after slowing down. If this happens, the vehicle could continue to move forward, even with the throttle released. This could cause unintended vehicle movement. Safety Risk: Unintended vehicle movement could increase the risk of injury and/or a crash. Corrective Actions: You should stop driving your side-by-side ATV immediately. Polaris will notify owners by mail and advise you to not to drive your vehicle until the recall repairs have been completed. The corrective actions for this recall are under development.
Engine#2020141April 2, 2020
1,326 units affected
Issue: On certain side-by-side UTV's, there is a problem with software that controls the throttle. If the engine stalls and is restarted without switching the key to the off position, the throttle may not return to idle. If the vehicle is in gear when restarted, it could accelerate suddenly. Safety Risk: A vehicle that accelerates suddenly when started could create the risk of a crash. Corrective Actions: Polaris will notify owners by mail and instruct you to take your vehicle to a dealer to update engine software. Polaris advises you not to drive your vehicle until the recall repairs have been completed.
Seats And Restraints#2019674December 31, 2019
378 units affected
Issue: On certain side-by-side UTV's, the seat belt retractors may be missing a part. This could cause the seat belt to not to work as designed. As a result, the seat belt may not properly restrain a passenger in a crash. Safety Risk: A seat belt that does not work properly could increase the risk of injury to passengers in a crash. Corrective Actions: Consumers should immediately stop using their vehicle and call their dealer to schedule an inspection. Polaris is notifying dealers and contacting registered owners by mail, and email, if available. Polaris will instruct owners and dealers to check the lot code of the UTV's seat belts. Owners should stop using their vehicle if the lot code is within the identified range. The corrective actions for this recall are being finalized.
Fuel System#2019653December 20, 2019
196 units affected
Issue: On certain side-by-side UTV's, the fuel line may be routed incorrectly. If a drive belt breaks or fails, it could damage the fuel line and cause a fuel leak. Safety Risk: A fuel leak can create the risk of a fire. Corrective Actions: Polaris will notify owners by mail and instruct you to take your vehicle to a dealer to inspect the routing of the fuel line. Dealers will reroute the fuel line and replace parts as necessary.

Canadian data updated August 24, 2026

U.S. NHTSA recalls

No recalls found for this make, model, and year.

Does this recall apply to my vehicle?

Matched by make, model, and model year. Many recalls affect only specific VIN ranges — confirm with your dealer using your full VIN.

What to do

Recall repairs are free at a franchised dealer in both countries. To confirm a recall applies to your specific vehicle, or to book the work, contact your manufacturer or dealer with your full VIN, or use the official channel:

NHTSA recall lookup (search by VIN) — U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration
Defects and recalls database — Transport Canada

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