Howard G. Smith MD, AM on Instagram: "Polaris Model Year 2025 and 2026 Ranger XP 1000 NorthStar and Ranger Crew XP 1000 NorthStar Recreational Off-Road Vehicles Have Electrical Issues An improperly routed alternator cable becomes damaged and contacts the negative battery post creating an electrical short with possible fires and burns. About 5,130 of these off-road vehicles were sold in the US, and another 460 were sold in Canada from March 2025 through August 2025. Immediately stop riding these recalled vehicles and visit polaris.com/recalls to check if your VIN is affected. If so, Polaris will provide you with instructions on how to safely continue operating the vehicle until a free repair can be completed at an authorized Polaris dealer. For more information, call 1-800-765-2747 or email Owner.Connections@polaris.com. https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2026/Polaris-Industries-Recalls-Model-Year-2025-2026-Ranger-XP-1000-NorthStar-and-Ranger-Crew-XP-1000-NorthStar-Recreational-Off-Road-Vehicles-ROVs-Due-to-Risk-of-Serious-Injury-from-Fire-Hazard #polaris ##offroad #electrical #fires #burns #recall"

Recall Alert: Polaris Model Year 2025 and 2026 Ranger XP 1000 NorthStar and Ranger Crew XP 1000 NorthStar off-road vehicles have electrical issues that could lead to fires and burns. To avoid a potential hazard, check your VIN on polaris.com/recalls and follow the provided instructions for repair. Don't delay and take action to ensure your safety while driving.