There are no safety recalls for the 2015 Polaris Sportsman 1000XP, but owners have filed 16 complaints with NHTSA.
2015 Polaris Sportsman 1000XP problems reported by owners
| Problem area | Reports | |
|---|
| Engine | 9 | |
| Structure | 8 | |
| Unknown or Other | 3 | |
| Power Train | 2 | |
| Electrical System | 2 | |
| Fuel/Propulsion System | 1 | |
| Fuel System, Gasoline | 1 | |
Most reported parts
Typical mileage at the time of the problem: 200 miles (median of owner reports).
Problems that are not covered by a recall are paid repairs; labor rates follow local mechanic pay — see what auto mechanics earn in each state.
Recent 2015 Polaris Sportsman 1000XP complaints
Owner reports filed with NHTSA, as written (personal details removed). Complaints are not verified by NHTSA.
Engine · reported Aug 28, 2023
The contact owns a 2015 Polaris Sportsman 570. The contact stated while starting the vehicle. The engine ran for approximately 10 minutes and shut off. The contact stated that the failure recurred while driving. Several unknown warning lights were illuminated. The vehicle was towed to the residence. The contact stated that the failure recurred on a third occasion. Additionally, the contact stated that the vehicle was overheating. The vehicle was not diagnosed nor repaired. The dealer and the manufacturer were not notified of the failure. The failure mileage was unknown.
Electrical System · at 200 miles · reported Aug 3, 2016
The electrical system shorts out when the vehicle gets wet and it drains the battery. Water gets into the drive belt when the vehicle gets wet and the belt slips.
Structure · at 3 miles · reported Jun 13, 2016
Exhaust pipes from motor to muffer cherry red and plastic melting hot to the touch if u ride it for more than ten mins on dirt road or in creeks.
Engine · at 191 miles · reported Jan 8, 2016
The poor design of the exhaust system routes the header past plastic and your ankle area. My exhaust has, several times, heated up to cherry red. The last time it caught on fire and melted the plastic and burned my boot (My bodily damage to persons). Polaris refuses to admit a problem. The heat is so great when riding it is next to impossible to keep your foot in the wheel well on the foot rest making this machine a fire hazard in federal, state and local forests as well as a hazard to being burned or loosing your machine to fire. Polaris is refusing to do anything about it.
Structure · at 120 miles · reported Aug 21, 2015
Atv polaris sportsman 1000 xp 2015 almost new, 120 miles on it. Exhaust heat melted the transmission speed sensor harness, fender and other smaller plastic parts. Flexible heat shields were not enough and distroyed as well. Vehicle got on fire (Melted plasitc ignited), I turned the fire with hands (Tks god I had gloves). Dealer want to replace parts only, no changes at all. Have been waiting 9 weeks for the parts to arrive, no parts yet. I'm a mechanical engeneer and almost sure that will not solve the problem. Hope polairs finally listen and protect their cusotmers safety, before some one get…
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Frequently asked questions
Does the 2015 Polaris Sportsman 1000XP have any recalls?
No. NHTSA has no safety recalls for the 2015 Polaris Sportsman 1000XP as of this update. Check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls for the latest status.
What is the most common problem with the 2015 Polaris Sportsman 1000XP?
Owners report engine problems most often (9 reports), followed by structure (8). The typical mileage when problems were reported is about 200 miles.
Are Polaris recall repairs free?
Yes. Safety recall repairs are free at authorized Polaris dealers, whether you are the first owner or bought the car used.