2011 Polaris Sportsman 850XP Problems, Complaints & Recalls

Source: NHTSA · Updated Apr 11, 2015 · 1 owner complaints analyzed

Compared with other Sportsman 850XP years
Not enough data 4th of 6 for complaints
Safety recalls
None on file
NHTSA crash rating
Not rated

Owners have filed 1 complaint with NHTSA about the 2011 Polaris Sportsman 850XP. That ranks 4th out of 6 Sportsman 850XP model years for complaints. The most reported problem area is engine (1 complaints, 100%), typically at around 300 miles. 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 2011 Polaris Sportsman 850XP problems

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

Engine1 · ~300 mi
Problem areaComplaintsShareMedian milesOwners mention mostTypical repair cost
Engine1100%300——

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

2011 Polaris Sportsman 850XP recalls (0)

No safety recalls are on file for the 2011 Polaris Sportsman 850XP.

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Recent owner reports

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

There engine oil getting into the air box/airfilter. *tr

Engine · received Apr 11, 2015 · NHTSA complaint 10705101

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Frequently asked questions

What are the most common problems with the 2011 Polaris Sportsman 850XP?

Owners most often report engine problems. The top one, engine, accounts for 1 complaint.

Was there a recall on the 2011 Polaris Sportsman 850XP?

No safety recalls are on file for this model year.

Was the 2011 Polaris Sportsman 850XP a good year?

Complaint data can't fully answer that, because counts aren't adjusted for sales. Compared with other Sportsman 850XP model years, the 2011 has too little data to compare. Always get a pre-purchase inspection and check the VIN for open recalls.