Clunking noise in the rear

[pjm]

I just got my dealer to locktite the rear hubs as Polaris had recommend. The clucking disappeared for a few miles, it's now back. Called Polaris and opened up a case number. The customer service representative told me that's all Polaris recommends. This was sure a big disappointment from Polaris. Has anyone heard of the same noise on the 2025's.

 

[Mr.C]

There doesn’t seem to be as many 2025’s out as 2024’s. But I do know of some 2025’s that have had the clunk. One member had a 2025 as a rental for awhile and it had the clunk.

 

[oneal]

I just got my dealer to locktite the rear hubs as Polaris had recommend. The clucking disappeared for a few miles, it's now back. Called Polaris and opened up a case number. The customer service representative told me that's all Polaris recommends. This was sure a big disappointment from Polaris. Has anyone heard of the same noise on the 2025's.

There have been two I have read someone with a 25 having the clunk. There is a seven page thread on the "clunk" .
The Loctite bandage silenced mine months ago and one of the dealerships I visit has been successful on a couple machines but it is imperative the the splines be like new clean, use the primer, and allow to cure the proper time in the proper temperature.
There are a lot more reports of it being unsuccessful than successful and I wonder if it is because the application is botched or if there is too much wear between the splines for the Loctite to fill in.
No matter what at the price point of the 1500's it is pathetic what they told you is the Polaris stand on the issue.
Every time my suspension makes a flex noise I can't get past thinking the clunk is back and it is ruining my experience of the best riding quietest machine I have owned..

 

[Clubin]

Yes mine clunks. Yes I had my engine replaced. Yes I had a brand new 25 3 seat. It had 400 miles on it when I returned it. Did it clunk. Yes.

The fix isn’t an easy one. That’s why it’s not fixed yet. I think it’s a rear differential clunk noise rather than axles.

I just turn up the times and go.

 

[vegasranger]

I just got my dealer to locktite the rear hubs as Polaris had recommend. The clucking disappeared for a few miles, it's now back. Called Polaris and opened up a case number. The customer service representative told me that's all Polaris recommends. This was sure a big disappointment from Polaris. Has anyone heard of the same noise on the 2025's.

I have a 2024 and it clunks like crazy, I hardly have any time On it. Do I take it back to the dealer?

 

[oneal]

I have a 2024 and it clunks like crazy, I hardly have any time On it. Do I take it back to the dealer?

Definitely. If caught early the loctite might cure it

 

[vegasranger]

Definitely. If caught early the loctite might cure it

Loctite a 55k vehicle I’ve got my family in this thing in very remote parts of the desert … this seems silly

 

[oneal]

Loctite a 55k vehicle I’ve got my family in this thing in very remote parts of the desert … this seems silly

I don't think anyone but Polaris will disagree

 

[AVI8OR]

One thing I learned during my time in the service, nothing gets done unless there is enough motivation and drive behind it. “Squeaky wheel gets the grease” sort of mentality. With enough complaining from both owners and dealers as well, Polaris will be forced to properly address the issue and provide permanent solution(s). Either that or face losing millions in potential sales

 

[vegasranger]

I’m not going to loctite anything, I’m going to sue them for a new unit

 

[oneal]

I’m not going to loctite anything, I’m going to sue them for a new unit

Please keep us posted, there are many that are very frustrated over this.

 

[nh 1500 owner]

Please keep us posted, there are many that are very frustrated over this.

Im one to

 

[Hotrod]

Mine is a 2024 1500 priemum. I started clunking around 700 miles. Took it to the dealer, He said the backlash in the rear end is not set right.
So i took it home and 2 days later the servise manager called me and said to get it back in brfore it got worse. Polaris is putting a new rear end and both axles to fix the problem. They never said 1 word about locktite. The best dealers take care of you along with Polaris.

 

[nh 1500 owner]

Why would they tell u to get it back in before it gets worse? If there replacing everything

 

[Mr.C]

Mine is a 2024 1500 priemum. I started clunking around 700 miles. Took it to the dealer, He said the backlash in the rear end is not set right.
So i took it home and 2 days later the servise manager called me and said to get it back in brfore it got worse. Polaris is putting a new rear end and both axles to fix the problem. They never said 1 word about locktite. The best dealers take care of you along with Polaris.

That’s what should be happening with all of us! That’s a good dealer.

 

[Clubin]

Mine is a 2024 1500 priemum. I started clunking around 700 miles. Took it to the dealer, He said the backlash in the rear end is not set right.
So i took it home and 2 days later the servise manager called me and said to get it back in brfore it got worse. Polaris is putting a new rear end and both axles to fix the problem. They never said 1 word about locktite. The best dealers take care of you along with Polaris.

There was a part number change on the rear axle. I think it all agree that the differential is not the issue, unless the problem is coming from the fitment of the axle into the diff. Polaris is not talking about it though. I had my axles both replaced and it came back. I’d be curious to know if this is going to be a long-term fix for you. Can you keep us updated please?

 

[Mr.C]

Here’s my thoughts. I think the axles were the original issue and that’s possibly why there was a part number change. But due to the poor fitment, I think some rear diff’s have been possibly damaged/worn on the splines. I’ve had the new axles installed along with the loctite. And mine still clunk, just not near as bad. I’d say it’s improved 70-80%.

 

[oneal]

My clunk was on the left outside corner. It emitted the noise once per tire revolution, no way that would be ring and pinion, plus differential oil was normal metallic content.
The Loctite was applied where the outer axle spline slides into the hub and clunk stopped,,,,,,,,,,for now.

 

[johncrim3]

I just got my dealer to locktite the rear hubs as Polaris had recommend. The clucking disappeared for a few miles, it's now back. Called Polaris and opened up a case number. The customer service representative told me that's all Polaris recommends. This was sure a big disappointment from Polaris. Has anyone heard of the same noise on the 2025's.

Hello, I'm new to this world and I also own a Polaris Ranger 1500 crew that may have that clucking going on. I have a 1100 miles on. My clucking or what ever seems to happen when I take my foot off the gas and then it happens again when I put my foot back on the gas. It sounds muffled. How crazy loud does it get or is it something that you just notice. Has an.body have or had a 1500 clucking lay down on them? Note: I just had my rear seat sound proofed.
Big John

 

[Hotrod]

Why would they tell u to get it back in before it gets worse? If there replacing everything

Becaue they said they didnt know what Polaris would say if I kept driving it knowing there was somethinhg going on. They called polaris and thats what they said to do. Berfore they they called Polaris they siad take it home. It was in for another reason.