Polaris Explorer Problems by Year
NHTSA has 10 owner complaints and 0 safety recalls on file for the Polaris Explorer, across 4 model years (1998–2001). The 2000 model year has the most complaints (3). The most reported problem area overall is power train.
Polaris Explorer years to avoid? What the complaint data shows
No Explorer model year stands out with more than twice the complaints of a typical year.
Model years with the most complaints
- 2000 Explorer: 3 complaints, 0 recalls
- 1998 Explorer: 3 complaints, 0 recalls
- 2001 Explorer: 2 complaints, 0 recalls
Complaint counts are not adjusted for how many cars were sold or how long each year has been on the road, so newer and less popular years naturally have fewer complaints. Use them to spot problem patterns, not as a safety ranking.
Most common Polaris Explorer problems (all years)
| Problem area | Complaints | Model years | Crashes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Power Train | 5 | 3 | 1 |
| Steering | 3 | 3 | 2 |
| Visibility | 2 | 2 | 1 |
| Engine and Engine Cooling | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Fuel System, Gasoline | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Suspension | 1 | 1 | 0 |
All Polaris Explorer model years
| Model year | Complaints | Recalls | Crash rating | Top problem | Compared with other years |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2001 Explorer | 2 | 0 | — | Engine and Engine Cooling | |
| 2000 Explorer | 3 | 0 | — | Power Train | |
| 1999 Explorer | 2 | 0 | — | Power Train | |
| 1998 Explorer | 3 | 0 | — | Power Train |
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Frequently asked questions
Which Polaris Explorer years should you stay away from?
No year stands out at twice the typical count; the most complaints are for 2000 (3), 1998 (3), 2001 (2). Counts are not adjusted for how many cars were sold, and newer years have had less time to collect complaints.
What is the biggest problem with the Polaris Explorer?
Power Train, with 5 complaints across 3 model years.
How many recalls does the Polaris Explorer have?
0 safety recalls across all model years. Each model year page lists its recalls and fixes.