When you buy top-of-the-line UTVs, and make no mistake, that's what Polaris' RZR Pro R and Pro R 4 are, then you want to drive them hard. If you drive a little too hard and flip one over, then it should be no big deal because these things are meant to take that kind of impact and keep you safe. I've flipped UTVs twice and came out relatively unscathed.
But owners of some Polaris' RZR Pro R and Pro R 4s will have to put that mindset on hold.
Polaris Industries has put out a recall for certain VINs of Polaris 2022-2025 RZR Pro R and RZR Pro R 4 ROVs. The company has determined that the fasteners on the rollover protective structure (ROPS) on some of these models are missing or were installed but not tightened. If one of these fasteners is not tightened correctly or missing on the ROPS pillar joint, it could result in reduced protection for occupants in the event of a rollover posing an injury hazard.
The models involved were sold at Polaris dealers nationwide from November 2021 through January 2025 for between $32,000 and $50,000. If you have one of the recalled units, you should contact an authorized Polaris dealer. to schedule a free inspection and repair at the dealer’s location.
Polaris advises that consumers may continue to operate the recalled ROVs prior to inspection and repair at the dealer, but only if they conduct an inspection by following the ROPS Fastener Verification Instructions located on the firm’s website, and if the consumer finds the fasteners on the vehicle’s ROPS pillar joints are secure and in place while they are waiting for the repair to be completed at the dealer.
This recall affects about 910 units, in addition to about 10 of which were sold in Canada.
