2017 POLARIS SLINGSHOT
9 recalls, 15 complaints - 41 TSBs
19V750000 Oct 18, 2019
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:WIRING:FUSES AND CIRCUIT BREAKERS
Defect Description
Polaris Inc. (Polaris) is recalling certain 2015-2019 Slingshot motorcycles. Excessive electrical current may damage the battery fuse holder terminals.
Consequence
Damaged terminals may result in the loss of forward and rear lighting, instrument cluster gauges, or power steering assist. Any of these scenarios increase the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Polaris will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the battery fuse block terminals and relocate the 50 amp chassis fuse, free of charge. The recall began October 24, 2019. Owners may contact Polaris customer service at 1-855-863-2284. Polaris's number for this recall is T-19-01.
18V531000 Aug 15, 2018
SEAT BELTS:FRONT:RETRACTOR
Defect Description
Polaris Industries, Inc. (Polaris) is recalling certain 2017-2019 Polaris Slingshot S, Slingshot SL, Slingshot GT LE, and Slingshot SLR motorcycles. In the event of a crash, the seatbelt retractor on the side opposite of the impact may separate, preventing the seatbelt from locking.
Consequence
In the event of a crash, if the seat belt does not lock, the occupant may not be properly restrained, increasing their risk of injury.
Remedy
Polaris will notify owners, and dealers will install a kit that prevents the retractor from separating in the event of a crash, free of charge. The recall began August 28, 2018. Owners may contact Polaris customer service at 1-855-863-2284. Polaris' number for this recall is T-18-03.
18V321000 May 16, 2018
SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:PEDALS AND LINKAGES
Defect Description
Polaris Industries, Inc. (Polaris) is recalling certain 2017-2018 Polaris Slingshot, Slingshot SL, Slingshot SLR, Slingshot SL Icon, and Slingshot GT LE motorcycles. The brake pedals may have been incorrectly installed, allowing the brake pedal to separate from the brake master cylinder.
Consequence
If the brake pedal separates from the brake master cylinder, it would cause a loss of braking ability, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Polaris will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the engagement of the brake pedal retaining clip and reassemble it if necessary, free of charge. The recall began on June 5, 2018. Owners may contact Polaris customer service at 1-855-863-2284. Polaris' number for this recall is T-18-02.
18V195000 Mar 26, 2018
SEAT BELTS
Defect Description
Polaris Industries, Inc. (Polaris) is recalling all 2015-2018 Polaris Slingshot motorcycles. The driver-seat and passenger-seat seat belt and seat back anchoring bracket may have been improperly welded. Additionally, differences in the seat assembly may prevent proper latching of the seat slider, ... Read more
Consequence
If the seat belt buckle or seat back detach from the seat base, there would be an increased risk of injury in the event of a crash. If the driver's seat unexpectedly moves, it can cause the driver to lose control of the motorcycle, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Polaris will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the seat belt bracket and seat back welds, and the seat slider latching function. If the weld is missing or incomplete, or if the slider doesn't latch properly, the seat bases will be replaced, free of charge. The recall began on April 16, 2018.... Read more
17V357000 Jun 1, 2017
SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:ANTILOCK/TRACTION CONTROL/ELECTRONIC LIMITED SLIP:WHEEL SPEED SENSOR/TONE RING
Defect Description
Polaris Industries, Inc. (Polaris) is recalling certain 2015-2017 Slingshot vehicles. The affected vehicles previously had their rear swingarms replaced during the remedy of NHTSA recall number 16V-255. The replacement swingarms may have been installed without the sealing grommets installed, poten... Read more
Consequence
Contamination of the rear speed sensor will disable the ABS and Traction/Stability Control, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Polaris will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the swingarms for missing grommets, installing them as necessary, free of charge. The recall began June 13, 2017. Owners may contact Polaris customer service at 1-888-704-5290. Polaris' number for this recall is T-17-04.
17V158000 Mar 10, 2017
STEERING
Defect Description
Polaris Industries, Inc. (Polaris) is recalling certain 2017 Slingshot, Slingshot SL, and Slingshot SLR vehicles. Three of the bolted connections between the steering and the front suspension may have been insufficiently tightened, possibly resulting in a reduction of steering and/or front suspensi... Read more
Consequence
Reduced steering and/or suspension performance can affect vehicle handling, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Polaris will notify owners, and dealers will replace the affected nuts and bolts, tightening them correctly, free of charge. The recall began on March 23, 2017. Owners may contact Polaris customer service at 1-855-863-2284. Polaris' number for this recall is T-17-01.
16V755000 Oct 19, 2016
POWER TRAIN:DRIVELINE
Defect Description
Polaris Industries, Inc. (Polaris) is recalling certain model year 2015-2017 Slingshot motorcycles manufactured March 4, 2014, to September 7, 2016. The affected vehicles may have been manufactured with a swing arm that has insufficient strength.
Consequence
Due to the insufficient swing arm strength, the swing arm may fracture resulting in a loss of momentum or vehicle control, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Polaris will notify owners, and dealers will inspect, and repair or replace the swing arm, as necessary, free of charge. The recall began December 2016. Owners may contact Polaris customer service at 1-855-863-2284. Polaris' number for this recall is T-16-06.
16V752000 Oct 18, 2016
SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC
Defect Description
Polaris Industries, Inc. (Polaris) is recalling certain model year 2016-2017 Slingshot motorcycles manufactured December 28, 2015, to April 27, 2016. The brake pressure switch may have been over tightened in the affected motorcycles.
Consequence
Over tightening of the brake pressure switch may damage the seal, allowing brake fluid to leak, resulting in reduced brake performance, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Polaris will notify owners, and dealers will install new brake pressure switch seals, free of charge. The recall began December 2016. Owners may contact Polaris customer service at 1-855-863-2284. Polaris' number for this recall is T-16-02.
16V754000 Oct 18, 2016
FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:DELIVERY:HOSES, LINES/PIPING, AND FITTINGS
Defect Description
Polaris Idustries, Inc. (Polaris) is recalling certain model year 2015-2017 Slingshot motorcycles manufactured March 4, 2014, to October 7, 2016. The affected vehicles may have insufficient clearance between the fuel line and the hood structure.
Consequence
The insufficient clearance may allow the fuel line to rub against the hood until it leaks fuel. A fuel leak in the presence of an ignition source can increase the risk of a fire.
Remedy
Polaris will notify owners, and dealers will replace the replace the engine fuel line, and inspect the retention clips to reduce the risk of interference, free of charge. The recall began December 2016. Owners may contact Polaris customer service at 1-855-863-2284. Polaris' number for this recall... Read more
Complaint Statistics
15 total complaints
3 crashes 4 injuries
Top Reported Components
| Component | Complaints |
|---|---|
| ELECTRICAL SYSTEM | 3 |
| SERVICE BRAKES | 2 |
| STEERING | 2 |
| SEAT BELTS | 2 |
| SEATS | 2 |
| ELECTRONIC STABILITY CONTROL (ESC) | 1 |
| VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL | 1 |
| WHEELS | 1 |
| EXTERIOR LIGHTING | 1 |
SEATS
Jul 27, 2022
Incident date: Jul 20, 2021
Seat backs on both driver and passenger sides are coming off frame. The screws/bolts are falling out no way to put them back in and secure the back of the seats to seat frame. Have only 3600 miles on a 2017 Slingshot has not been used much. The back of the seat screws are Fallin out making the seat ... Read more
SEATS
Mar 31, 2022
Incident date: Aug 1, 2019
Both the driver and passenger seat back screws shrouds have broken off under normal conditions and operation while operating the vehicle. When coming to a stop or while driving, the seat back moves, pushing the driver and passenger up against the steering wheel and dash with an increased risk of fai... Read more
1 injured
SERVICE BRAKES
Feb 11, 2022
Incident date: Feb 6, 2022
After braking a few times the “brake failure” light will come in the dashboard disabling the cruise control. After researching online I found this article TSA-18-02 that states that it is a known problem! This should be a recall and not just an ”service advisory”
SEAT BELTS
Jun 7, 2021
Incident date: Jun 5, 2021
The drivers side seat belt won't extend. While viewing the polaris slingshot forum, this has been a reoccurring problem.
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Oct 6, 2020
Incident date: Oct 18, 2019
THERE HAS BEEN A RECALL T-19-01 2015-2019 SLINGSHOT S/SL/SLR/GT BATTERY FUSE BLOCK INSPECTION & CHASSIS FUSE RELOCATION (OPERATING VEHICLE WITHOUT RECALL IS RISK TO RIDERS THAT STEERING & LIGHTS MAY QUIT) FOR THE PAST YEAR. I HAVE BEEN TRYING TO GET IT FIXED & HAVE CONTACTED POLARIS MANY TIMES. AL... Read more
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Jun 30, 2020
Incident date: Jun 30, 2020
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2017 POLARIS SLINGSHOT. THE CONTACT RECEIVED NOTIFICATION OF NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 19V750000 (ELECTRICAL SYSTEM) HOWEVER, THE PARTS TO DO THE RECALL REPAIR WAS NOT YET AVAILABLE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE MANUFACTURER HAD EXCEEDED A REASONABLE AMOUNT OF TIME FOR THE RECALL ... Read more
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Dec 2, 2019
Incident date: Nov 1, 2019
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2017 POLARIS SLINGSHOT. WHILE OPERATING THE VEHICLE, THE HEADLIGHTS, REAR BRAKE LIGHTS, AND INSTRUMENT PANEL LIGHTING RANDOMLY SHUT OFF. ALSO, WHILE MAKING A LEFT TURN INTO THE DRIVEWAY, THE POWER STEERING SEIZED AND THE STEERING WHEEL COULD NOT BE TURNED IN EITHER DIRECTION. ... Read more
STEERING
Dec 2, 2019
Incident date: Nov 1, 2019
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2017 POLARIS SLINGSHOT. WHILE OPERATING THE VEHICLE, THE HEADLIGHTS, REAR BRAKE LIGHTS, AND INSTRUMENT PANEL LIGHTING RANDOMLY SHUT OFF. ALSO, WHILE MAKING A LEFT TURN INTO THE DRIVEWAY, THE POWER STEERING SEIZED AND THE STEERING WHEEL COULD NOT BE TURNED IN EITHER DIRECTION. ... Read more
EXTERIOR LIGHTING
Dec 2, 2019
Incident date: Nov 1, 2019
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2017 POLARIS SLINGSHOT. WHILE OPERATING THE VEHICLE, THE HEADLIGHTS, REAR BRAKE LIGHTS, AND INSTRUMENT PANEL LIGHTING RANDOMLY SHUT OFF. ALSO, WHILE MAKING A LEFT TURN INTO THE DRIVEWAY, THE POWER STEERING SEIZED AND THE STEERING WHEEL COULD NOT BE TURNED IN EITHER DIRECTION. ... Read more
WHEELS
Sep 10, 2019
Incident date: Jun 9, 2019
TL* THE CONTACT OWNED A 2017 POLARIS SLINGSHOT. WHILE DRIVING 75 MPH WITH THE CRUISE CONTROL ACTIVATED, THE FRONT DRIVER'S SIDE WHEEL AND SPOKES DETACHED FROM THE VEHICLE. AS A RESULT, THE VEHICLE TRAVELED ACROSS THE HIGHWAY FROM THE FAR RIGHT LANE, CRASHED INTO A WALL, RICOCHETED OFF THE WALL, AND ... Read more
Crash
1 injured
SEAT BELTS
Jun 4, 2018
Incident date: May 5, 2018
ON MAY 5, 2018, I WAS INVOLVED IN AN ACCIDENT WHERE I WAS LOST CONTROL OF MY VEHICLE WHILE DRIVING THE STREET WITHIN SPEED LIMITS AS I WAS ATTEMPTING TO ENTER 2ND GEAR. THE GAS PEDAL FELT STRANGE WHEN I DEPRESSED IT, SINCE IT WENT TO THE RIGHT. JUST THEN THE VEHICLE SPUN TO THE LEFT AND HIT A PARK... Read more
Crash
1 injured
VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL
Jun 4, 2018
Incident date: May 5, 2018
ON MAY 5, 2018, I WAS INVOLVED IN AN ACCIDENT WHERE I WAS LOST CONTROL OF MY VEHICLE WHILE DRIVING THE STREET WITHIN SPEED LIMITS AS I WAS ATTEMPTING TO ENTER 2ND GEAR. THE GAS PEDAL FELT STRANGE WHEN I DEPRESSED IT, SINCE IT WENT TO THE RIGHT. JUST THEN THE VEHICLE SPUN TO THE LEFT AND HIT A PARK... Read more
Crash
1 injured
SERVICE BRAKES
Mar 6, 2017
Incident date: Sep 23, 2016
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2017 POLARIS SLINGSHOT. WHILE ACCELERATING FROM A STOP, THE ABS WARNING INDICATOR ILLUMINATED. IN ADDITION, THE TRACTION CONTROL AND STEERING ABILITY FAILED, WHICH CAUSED THE VEHICLE TO PULL MORE TO THE RIGHT. THE DEALER DIAGNOSED THAT THE CONTROL MODULE FAILED AND NEEDED TO B... Read more
ELECTRONIC STABILITY CONTROL (ESC)
Mar 6, 2017
Incident date: Sep 23, 2016
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2017 POLARIS SLINGSHOT. WHILE ACCELERATING FROM A STOP, THE ABS WARNING INDICATOR ILLUMINATED. IN ADDITION, THE TRACTION CONTROL AND STEERING ABILITY FAILED, WHICH CAUSED THE VEHICLE TO PULL MORE TO THE RIGHT. THE DEALER DIAGNOSED THAT THE CONTROL MODULE FAILED AND NEEDED TO B... Read more
STEERING
Mar 6, 2017
Incident date: Sep 23, 2016
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2017 POLARIS SLINGSHOT. WHILE ACCELERATING FROM A STOP, THE ABS WARNING INDICATOR ILLUMINATED. IN ADDITION, THE TRACTION CONTROL AND STEERING ABILITY FAILED, WHICH CAUSED THE VEHICLE TO PULL MORE TO THE RIGHT. THE DEALER DIAGNOSED THAT THE CONTROL MODULE FAILED AND NEEDED TO B... Read more
Technical Service Bulletins, 2017 POLARIS SLINGSHOT
41 manufacturer communications from 24 unique bulletins. TSBs describe known problems and recommended fixes from the manufacturer.
Most Affected Components
| Component | Bulletins |
|---|---|
| 350000 EQUIPMENT | 9 |
| 355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL | 6 |
| 110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM | 4 |
| 356000 EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY | 3 |
| 034100 SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:FOUNDATION COMPONENTS:MASTER CYLINDER | 2 |
| 010000 STEERING | 2 |
| 170000 LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES | 2 |
| 020000 SUSPENSION | 1 |
SLG-04.18.2023-2
Apr 18, 2023
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
This article provides information regarding battery maintenance on MY2019 and older Slingshot vehicles.
T-22-08-01
Aug 16, 2022
020000 SUSPENSION
Slingshot has received a small number of post-repair contacts due to improperly installed rear axles, sprockets, and bearings. This Team Tip outlines the importance of all Loctite residue being removed from components as well as proper in
SLG-02.14.2022
Feb 14, 2022
118000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE
Best practices for gauges, speedometers and tachometers regarding Slingshot vehicles. This version has been translated into French.
SLG-02.14.2022
Feb 14, 2022
350000 EQUIPMENT
Best practices for gauges, speedometers and tachometers regarding Slingshot vehicles. This version has been translated into French.
03SLG2021-12-07
Dec 7, 2021
353000 EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL
Slingshot Ride Command Cell Modem
TDH-HOLD 4.29.21
Apr 29, 2021
350000 EQUIPMENT
STOP SALE on affected Slingshot units identified in your inventory until further notice.
02SLG2021-04-14
Apr 14, 2021
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Customers come in with a key that was left off or a low battery event that caused their calculated DTE to be a random number. The quickest way to address this is the following: 1. Reset both Trip meters 2. Reset the AVG FUEL ECONOMY 3. Disc
SLG Winterizing
Dec 13, 2019
355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL
Winterizing tips for the Slingshot.
TDT-19-01
Dec 5, 2019
350000 EQUIPMENT
Due to a vendor change, the clutch master cylinder (PN 24249817) used on the affected models listed above is no longer available and has been replaced with Kit 2208233.
T-19-11-01
Dec 5, 2019
101000 POWER TRAIN:CLUTCH ASSEMBLY
Due to a vendor change, the clutch master cylinder (PN 24249817) used on some 2015-2019 Slingshot S / SL / LE / SLR / GT models built on or before 01/18/2020 is no longer available and has been replaced with Kit 2208233.
T-19-11-01
Dec 5, 2019
034100 SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:FOUNDATION COMPONENTS:MASTER CYLINDER
Due to a vendor change, the clutch master cylinder (PN 24249817) used on some 2015-2019 Slingshot S / SL / LE / SLR / GT models built on or before 01/18/2020 is no longer available and has been replaced with Kit 2208233.
TDT-19-01
Dec 5, 2019
034100 SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:FOUNDATION COMPONENTS:MASTER CYLINDER
Due to a vendor change, the clutch master cylinder (PN 24249817) used on the affected models listed above is no longer available and has been replaced with Kit 2208233.
TDT-19-01
Dec 5, 2019
356000 EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY
Due to a vendor change, the clutch master cylinder (PN 24249817) used on the affected models listed above is no longer available and has been replaced with Kit 2208233.
T-18-10-01
Oct 11, 2018
170000 LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES
This Team Tip is designed to bring awareness to updated information regarding hood alignment for all 2015-2019 Slingshot models. Updated information has been added to the Service Manual to provide dealers with clear direction on how to prop
T-18-10-01
Oct 11, 2018
355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL
This Team Tip is designed to bring awareness to updated information regarding hood alignment for all 2015-2019 Slingshot models. Updated information has been added to the Service Manual to provide dealers with clear direction on how to prop
T-18-10-01
Oct 11, 2018
162810 STRUCTURE:BODY:HOOD:HINGE AND ATTACHMENTS
This Team Tip is designed to bring awareness to updated information regarding hood alignment for all 2015-2019 Slingshot models. Updated information has been added to the Service Manual to provide dealers with clear direction on how to prop
T-18-06-01
Jun 21, 2018
162300 STRUCTURE:BODY:DOOR
All 2017-2019 Slingshot models equipped with the Slingshade accessory (including factory-equipped GT models) present the possibility of contact between the drivera??s seat headrest and the Slingshade door latch. With the Slingshade door clo
T-18-06-01
Jun 21, 2018
170000 LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES
All 2017-2019 Slingshot models equipped with the Slingshade accessory (including factory-equipped GT models) present the possibility of contact between the drivera??s seat headrest and the Slingshade door latch. With the Slingshade door clo
T-18-06-01
Jun 21, 2018
221300 SEATS:FRONT ASSEMBLY:HEAD RESTRAINT
All 2017-2019 Slingshot models equipped with the Slingshade accessory (including factory-equipped GT models) present the possibility of contact between the drivera??s seat headrest and the Slingshade door latch. With the Slingshade door clo
T-18-05-01
May 10, 2018
111000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:12V/24V/48V BATTERY
Slingshot vehicles utilize Absorbent Glass Mat (AGM) batteries which are selected for their superior vibration resistance, weight savings, and high output. This Team Tip is being released to provide the Slingshot dealer network with specifi
TSA-18-02
Apr 26, 2018
032200 SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:BRAKE FLUID LOW WARNING: LAMP
Polaris has identified a quality issue affecting some Slingshot brake pressure switches. An intermittent failure of the switch triggers a "Brake Failure" malfunction indicator lamp, which is visible on the gauge cluster. There is no change
TSA-18-02
Apr 26, 2018
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Polaris has identified a quality issue affecting some Slingshot brake pressure switches. An intermittent failure of the switch triggers a "Brake Failure" malfunction indicator lamp, which is visible on the gauge cluster. There is no change
TSA-18-01
Feb 1, 2018
350000 EQUIPMENT
Polaris has identified a quality issue affecting a small number of Slingshot mufflers, where insufficient penetration of muffler plug welds weakens the muffler wall, making it susceptible to fatigue failure. The first mode of failure is a l
TSA-18-01
Feb 1, 2018
063200 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:EXHAUST SYSTEM:MANIFOLD/HEADER/MUFFLER/TAIL PIPE
Polaris has identified a quality issue affecting a small number of Slingshot mufflers, where insufficient penetration of muffler plug welds weakens the muffler wall, making it susceptible to fatigue failure. The first mode of failure is a l
TSA-18-01
Feb 1, 2018
356000 EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY
Polaris has identified a quality issue affecting a small number of Slingshot mufflers, where insufficient penetration of muffler plug welds weakens the muffler wall, making it susceptible to fatigue failure. The first mode of failure is a l
T-17-05-01
May 19, 2017
350000 EQUIPMENT
Safety Bulletin T-16-06 has been updated to reflect an additional procedure. Polaris has determined that (PN 2207085-XXX) swingarm kits being shipped to dealers did not include two rubber grommets in the swingarm. If the rubber grommets wer
T-17-05-01
May 19, 2017
021900 SUSPENSION:FRONT:MOTORCYCLE FORK/SWINGARM
Safety Bulletin T-16-06 has been updated to reflect an additional procedure. Polaris has determined that (PN 2207085-XXX) swingarm kits being shipped to dealers did not include two rubber grommets in the swingarm. If the rubber grommets wer
T-17-03
May 11, 2017
350000 EQUIPMENT
Polaris has determined that the six screws used to fasten the SLR steering wheel to the hub adapter may not have achieved the specified torque of 72 in-lbs. (8.1 Nm) during production. Screws that have not been properly torqued may begin to
T-17-03
May 11, 2017
010000 STEERING
Polaris has determined that the six screws used to fasten the SLR steering wheel to the hub adapter may not have achieved the specified torque of 72 in-lbs. (8.1 Nm) during production. Screws that have not been properly torqued may begin to
T-17-03-01
Mar 9, 2017
350000 EQUIPMENT
A new wheel alignment kit has been developed for the Polaris Slingshot. This special tool will allow your dealership to easily check and precisely adjust the alignment settings for wheel toe, caster, and camber. These settings are critical
T-17-03-01
Mar 9, 2017
200000 WHEELS
A new wheel alignment kit has been developed for the Polaris Slingshot. This special tool will allow your dealership to easily check and precisely adjust the alignment settings for wheel toe, caster, and camber. These settings are critical
T-17-01-01
Feb 23, 2017
356000 EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY
Slingshot has had a small but concerning number of post bulletin repair contacts due to failure to properly assemble the rear axle, sprocket and nuts. Improper installation may result in a rear axle assembly with insufficient clamp load. Wh
T-17-01-01
Feb 23, 2017
354000 EQUIPMENT:MECHANICAL
Slingshot has had a small but concerning number of post bulletin repair contacts due to failure to properly assemble the rear axle, sprocket and nuts. Improper installation may result in a rear axle assembly with insufficient clamp load. Wh
T-17-01-01
Feb 23, 2017
350000 EQUIPMENT
Slingshot has had a small but concerning number of post bulletin repair contacts due to failure to properly assemble the rear axle, sprocket and nuts. Improper installation may result in a rear axle assembly with insufficient clamp load. Wh
T-16-04
Nov 30, 2016
010000 STEERING
Polaris has determined that some Slingshot vehicles could have a steering shaft pinch bolt and set screw that do not meet Polaris quality standards. To improve the steering shaft fit and reduce steering wheel free-play, Polaris has complete
G-16-11-01
Nov 1, 2016
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Polaris has released Team Tip G-16-10-01 to inform dealers that Polaris Mobile Digital Wrench (PMDW) version 3.28 or later requires dealers to enter a valid 10-digit Digital Wrench serial number to operate the app. The serial number require
G-16-11-01
Nov 1, 2016
350000 EQUIPMENT
Polaris has released Team Tip G-16-10-01 to inform dealers that Polaris Mobile Digital Wrench (PMDW) version 3.28 or later requires dealers to enter a valid 10-digit Digital Wrench serial number to operate the app. The serial number require
SAF-16-01
Aug 16, 2016
355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL
A STOP RIDE MEANS THE CONSUMER MUST NOT OPERATE THEIR VEHICLE UNTIL THE REPAIR IS COMPLETE. We have been made aware that some dealers are incorrectly communicating the importance of STOP RIDE communications.
G-15-12-01 R03
Feb 26, 2016
355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL
There is no doubt that for a Polaris customer the process of picking up a brand new vehicle is one of the most exciting times in the ownership experience. To ensure that all Polaris dealers are equipped to deliver a world-class experience t
G-15-12-01 R02
Jan 15, 2016
355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL
PCDX is an online and mobile interface for providing a consistent dealer setup and customer delivery experience. The interface walks the dealer and the customer through a standardized online form that includes the PDI (pre-delivery inspecti
G-15-12-01 R01
Dec 10, 2015
355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL
This Team Tip is being released to dealers to provide information regarding the required transition to online PCDX and PCDX training.
NHTSA Safety Investigations, POLARIS SLINGSHOT
Investigations opened by NHTSA into potential safety defects. These are separate from recalls and may or may not result in a recall.
PE17005
Opened: Sep 18, 2017 , Closed: Mar 25, 2019
Seatbelt Retractor Failure
See attached closing resume summary.
PE15016
Opened: Apr 20, 2015 , Closed: Oct 16, 2015
Front wheel failure
We opened this PE after receiving an allegation of a sudden, catastrophic, right front wheel failure.Since opening it, we have met with dealer service personnel, interviewed owners, monitored various web forums, and requested information from Polaris.We are unaware of any additional wheel failures o... Read more
POLARIS SLINGSHOT - All Years Overview
Complete safety history for the POLARIS SLINGSHOT across all model years (2015, 2023).
39
Total Recalls
138
Total Complaints
2
Investigations
13
Reported Crashes
4
Reported Fires
3
Reported Deaths