2001 Polaris 1633 Problems, Complaints & Recalls

Source: NHTSA · Updated Apr 14, 2009 · 3 owner complaints analyzed

Compared with other 1633 years
Not enough data 1st of 4 for complaints
Safety recalls
None on file
NHTSA crash rating
Not rated

Owners have filed 3 complaints with NHTSA about the 2001 Polaris 1633. That is the most of any 1633 model year in the database (4 years). The most reported problem area is engine and engine cooling (1 complaints, 33%). Complaints mention 1 fire. There are no safety recalls on file for this model year.

Complaints are unverified owner reports and are not adjusted for sales volume.

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Most common 2001 Polaris 1633 problems

Complaints grouped by the part of the car owners reported, with the median mileage when the problem happened.

Engine and Engine Cooling1
Fuel System, Other1
Power Train1
Service Brakes, Hydraulic1 · ~4,000 mi
Problem areaComplaintsShareMedian milesOwners mention mostTypical repair cost
Engine and Engine Cooling133%———
Fuel System, Other133%———
Power Train133%———
Service Brakes, Hydraulic133%4,000——

One complaint can list several problem areas, so shares can add up to more than 100%.

Complaints by year received

Peak: 2002, with 1 complaints
2002: 1200212004: 1200412009: 120091

n = 3 complaints · Source: NHTSA

2001 Polaris 1633 recalls (0)

No safety recalls are on file for the 2001 Polaris 1633.

To see whether a specific car still has an open recall, enter its VIN on NHTSA's official recall lookup. You can also decode a VIN here.

Recent owner reports

Short excerpts of the latest complaints filed with NHTSA, with personal details removed. Full reports can be searched on NHTSA.gov.

My son was riding his 2001 90cc arctic cat atv when it became engulfed in flames. This was the result of a poorly design 2 cycle oil reservoir. The proximity of the reservoir to the exhaust pipe allowed for any excess oil or common oil leakage to be exposed to the heat of the exhaust pipe. Attempts…

Engine and Engine Cooling · received Apr 14, 2009 · NHTSA complaint 10265235

While attempting to stop, the brakes failed without warning. As a result the driver had to pump them rapidly. Please provide additional information. *jb

Service Brakes, Hydraulic · received Jul 20, 2004 · NHTSA complaint 10083310

Split gear in transmission came off, damaged other components and locked up the drive train. Dealer and manufacturer knew of problem. Service bulletin was issued spring of 2001. Vehicle was delivered to me new with the problem and i was never notified that there was a problem by either the…

Power Train · received May 17, 2002 · NHTSA complaint 762023

Other Polaris 1633 years

← 2000 1633

YearComplaintsRecalls
200130
2000 163310
1999 163320
1996 163301

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Frequently asked questions

What are the most common problems with the 2001 Polaris 1633?

Owners most often report engine and engine cooling, fuel system, other, power train problems. The top one, engine and engine cooling, accounts for 1 complaint.

Was there a recall on the 2001 Polaris 1633?

No safety recalls are on file for this model year.

Was the 2001 Polaris 1633 a good year?

Complaint data can't fully answer that, because counts aren't adjusted for sales. Compared with other 1633 model years, the 2001 has too little data to compare. Always get a pre-purchase inspection and check the VIN for open recalls.