RECALLS — POLARIS SKS
Polaris SKS recalls
Polaris SKS model years 2016–2024 covered by at least one recall campaign. Pick a year to see the Canadian and U.S. campaigns side by side.
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Transport Canada recalls
08- Powertrain#2025271
5,627 units affected
Issue: On certain snowmobiles, the recall repairs completed by a Polaris dealer during recall S-23-06 (Transport Canada recall no. 2024-024) may not be effective. As a result, a second repair may be required. On certain snowmobiles, the primary (drive) clutch could fail. If this happens, the clutch or pieces of the clutch could separate from the vehicle. Note: This recall only affects snowmobiles with a Patriot 650 or 850 engine. This recall replaces Transport Canada recall 2024-024. Safety Risk: Clutch parts that separate from the snowmobile could hit a person and create a risk of injury. Corrective Actions: Polaris will notify owners by mail and advise you to take your snowmobile to a dealership to replace the primary clutch. Polaris advises not to use your snowmobile until the recall repairs are completed.
- Fuel System#2024091
75,158 units affected
Issue: Operating your snowmobile with a low fuel level after long-term storage could create increased risk of an electrostatic discharge (spark) inside the fuel tank. If this happens, vapours may be ignited inside the fuel tank, and the tank could rupture. Note: This recall replaces Transport Canada recall 2022-448. For 2015-2023 model year snowmobiles, the recall repairs completed by a Polaris dealer during recall S-22-09 (Transport Canada recall number 2022-448) may not have been effective. As a result, Polaris has issued updated fuel recommendations. Safety Risk: A spark inside the fuel tank could cause an explosion and a fire. Corrective Actions: Polaris will notify owners by mail and provide you with an add-on to the owner's manual and a new recommended fuel label and instructions for installing it. To reduce the safety risk, Polaris recommends that you only use gasoline with 10% ethanol (E10) and 91 octane or greater for the 600 Indy cross-country model or for snowmobiles with a Patriot boost or Patriot 9R engine. For all other affected models, Polaris recommends only using gasoline with 10% ethanol (E10) and 87 octane or greater. If only non-ethanol (E0) fuel is available, Polaris advises that you should add anti-static fuel treatment and stabilizer additive.
- Powertrain#2024024
3,886 units affected
This recall was replaced by Transport Canada recall no. 2025-271. Issue: On certain snowmobiles, the primary (drive) clutch could fail. If this happens, the clutch or pieces of the clutch could separate from the vehicle. Note: This recall only affects snowmobiles with a Patriot 650 or 850 engine. This recall replaces Transport Canada recall 2023-399. Snowmobiles that were repaired under that recall don't require this repair. Safety Risk: Clutch parts that separate from the snowmobile could hit a person and create a risk of injury. Corrective Actions: Polaris will notify owners by mail and advise you to take your snowmobile to a dealership to replace the primary clutch. Polaris advises not to use your snowmobile until the recall repairs are completed.
- Fuel System#2022448
60,904 units affected
This recall was replaced by Transport Canada Recall No. 2024-091. Issue: Operating your snowmobile with a low fuel level after long-term storage could create increased risk of an electrostatic discharge (spark) inside the fuel tank. If this happens, vapours may be ignited inside the fuel tank, and the tank could rupture. Safety Risk: A spark inside the fuel tank could cause an explosion and a fire. Corrective Actions: Polaris advises you should stop using your snowmobile immediately, and not use it until the recall repairs have been completed. If you need to start your snowmobile, you must make sure the fuel tank is full and, if it is not, then you need to add fresh gasoline to fill the tank. Polaris will notify owners by mail. The corrective actions are under development.
- Fuel System#2020170
16,186 units affected
Issue: On certain snowmobiles, the fuel supply hose may not be properly secured and could contact the air box assembly. Over time, this could cause damage to the hose and result in a fuel leak. Safety Risk: A fuel leak can create the risk of a fire. Corrective Actions: Polaris will notify owners by mail and advise you to not to use your snowmobile until the recall repairs have been completed. The corrective actions for this recall are under development.
- Fuel System#2018600
180 units affected
On certain snowmobiles, the fuel pump assembly's return fitting may have been manufactured improperly and could crack. This could result in a fuel leak, which in the presence of an ignition source, could create the risk of a fire causing injury and/or damage to property. Correction: Dealers will inspect, and replace the fuel pump assembly as necessary.
- Steering#2017252
2,394 units affected
On certain snowmobiles, the welds on the upper steering brackets may have insufficient penetration. This could cause steering components to loosen or separate, which could affect steering control, increasing the risk of a crash causing injury and/or damage to property. Correction: Dealers will inspect the welds, and will repair as necessary. Note: In the interim, owners are advised to stop riding their snowmobiles until the defect has been repaired.
- Powertrain#2016574
19,501 units affected
Polaris Industries is conducting a voluntary Safety Advisory Program involving throttle assemblies on certain snowmobiles. The throttle assembly located on the right handlebar could become dislodged through impact, rotation, or other manipulation. If this assembly becomes dislodged, and is not properly repaired, the Lower Retention Block may interfere with the Throttle Flipper. This could cause the throttle to stick in the open position, which could result in unintended vehicle movement, potentially resulting in injury and/or damage to property. Polaris is advising owners who experience a throttle block that becomes dislodged or damaged to take their vehicle to a Polaris dealer for repair. This action is not being conducted under the requirements of the Motor Vehicle Safety Act.
Canadian data updated August 24, 2026
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What to do
Recall repairs are free at a franchised dealer in both countries. To confirm a recall applies to your specific vehicle, 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