Polaris Ranger RZR Problems by Year
NHTSA has 7 owner complaints and 0 safety recalls on file for the Polaris Ranger RZR, across 3 model years (2008–2013). The 2011 model year has the most complaints (3). The most reported problem area overall is fuel/propulsion system.
Polaris Ranger RZR years to avoid? What the complaint data shows
No Ranger RZR model year stands out with more than twice the complaints of a typical year.
Model years with the most complaints
- 2011 Ranger RZR: 3 complaints, 0 recalls
- 2008 Ranger RZR: 3 complaints, 0 recalls
- 2013 Ranger RZR: 1 complaint, 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 Ranger RZR problems (all years)
| Problem area | Complaints | Model years | Crashes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Fuel/propulsion System | 2 | 1 | 0 |
| Power Train | 2 | 1 | 0 |
| Fuel System, Gasoline | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Seat Belts | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Suspension | 1 | 1 | 0 |
All Polaris Ranger RZR model years
| Model year | Complaints | Recalls | Crash rating | Top problem | Compared with other years |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2013 Ranger RZR | 1 | 0 | — | Seat Belts | |
| 2011 Ranger RZR | 3 | 0 | — | Power Train | |
| 2008 Ranger RZR | 3 | 0 | — | Fuel/propulsion System |
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Frequently asked questions
Which Polaris Ranger RZR years should you stay away from?
No year stands out at twice the typical count; the most complaints are for 2011 (3), 2008 (3), 2013 (1). 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 Ranger RZR?
Fuel/propulsion System, with 2 complaints across 1 model year.
How many recalls does the Polaris Ranger RZR have?
0 safety recalls across all model years. Each model year page lists its recalls and fixes.