Polaris Sportsman 800 Recalls in Canada
The Polaris Sportsman 800 has 4 recall campaigns on Transport Canada's federal record (all model years), led by other issues with 2 campaigns. Recall repairs are free at any Polaris dealer — check your exact VIN below.
Source: Transport Canada Vehicle Recalls Database · Updated 2026-06-11
Most-affected systems
Most recent campaigns
2006-12-11Electrical: On certain ATVs equipped with a winch by Warn Industries, Inc., a defective contactor could cause the winch assembly to ignite while the vehicle is parked and the winch is not in u
2006-12-11Electrical: On certain ATVs equipped with a winch by Warn Industries, Inc., a defective contactor could cause the winch assembly to ignite while the vehicle is parked and the winch is not in u
2006-06-29Other: Certain ATVs fail to comply with the requirements of CMVSS 108. The reflectors do not meet the photometric requirements of the Standard. Correction: Polaris will publish a Notice
Checking a specific Polaris Sportsman 800?
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FAQ
How many recalls does the Polaris Sportsman 800 have in Canada?
4 recall campaigns are on Transport Canada's federal Vehicle Recalls Database for the Polaris Sportsman 800 (all model years since 1975, tires and child seats excluded). The most-affected system is other with 2 campaigns.
How do I check if a specific Polaris Sportsman 800 has an open recall in Canada?
Recall campaigns apply to specific VIN ranges. Decode the VIN free at CarWhere to confirm the exact year and build, then check the VIN in Transport Canada's motor vehicle safety recall tool or with any Polaris dealer — recall repairs are free.
Are Canadian and US recalls the same?
Often parallel but not identical — Canadian campaigns are issued through Transport Canada, US campaigns through NHTSA, and timing or scope can differ. For a vehicle imported from the USA, check both records; the CarWhere $9.99 Full VIN Report covers the US federal record (recalls, complaints, service bulletins) for any US-market VIN.