2018 POLARIS SLINGSHOT
5 recalls, 5 complaints - 36 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.
19V185000 Mar 7, 2019
SEAT BELTS
Defect Description
Polaris Industries, Inc. (Polaris) is recalling certain 2018-2019 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, allo... 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 April 11, 2019. O... Read more
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
Complaint Statistics
5 total complaints
2 crashes 4 injuries
Top Reported Components
| Component | Complaints |
|---|---|
| ELECTRICAL SYSTEM | 2 |
| SERVICE BRAKES | 1 |
| AIR BAGS | 1 |
| TIRES | 1 |
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Jul 10, 2020
Incident date: May 29, 2020
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2018 POLARIS SLINGSHOT. THE CONTACT RECEIVED NOTIFICATION OF NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 19V750000 (ELECTRICAL SYSTEM) HOWEVER, THE PART TO DO THE RECALL REPAIR WAS UNAVAILABLE. THE CONTACT CALLED FREEDOM POWERSPORTS WEATHERFORD (3202 EAST INTERSTATE HIGHWAY 20, HUDSON OAKS, TX 760... Read more
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Nov 8, 2019
Incident date: Nov 7, 2019
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2018 POLARIS SLINGSHOT. THE CONTACT RECEIVED A RECALL NOTICE FOR NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 19V750000 (ELECTRICAL SYSTEM). THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE MANUFACTURER EXCEEDED A REASONABLE AMOUNT OF TIME FOR THE RECALL REPAIR. THE CONTACT CALLED RIDENOW POWERSPORTS PEORIA & INDIAN MO... Read more
AIR BAGS
Oct 15, 2019
Incident date: Sep 29, 2019
TL* THE CONTACT CALLED ON BEHALF OF HER FRIEND WHO WAS IN THE PASSENGER SEAT OF A 2018 POLARIS SLINGSHOT EQUIPPED WITH LEXANI 101WXL TIRES, SIZE: 515/25DR22 (NA). WHILE DRIVING 60-70 MPH, THE REAR TIRE BLEW OUT. AS A RESULT, THE VEHICLE CRASHED INTO THE GUARDRAIL. THE AIR BAGS DID NOT DEPLOY. THE PA... Read more
Crash
2 injured
TIRES
Oct 15, 2019
Incident date: Sep 29, 2019
TL* THE CONTACT CALLED ON BEHALF OF HER FRIEND WHO WAS IN THE PASSENGER SEAT OF A 2018 POLARIS SLINGSHOT EQUIPPED WITH LEXANI 101WXL TIRES, SIZE: 515/25DR22 (NA). WHILE DRIVING 60-70 MPH, THE REAR TIRE BLEW OUT. AS A RESULT, THE VEHICLE CRASHED INTO THE GUARDRAIL. THE AIR BAGS DID NOT DEPLOY. THE PA... Read more
Crash
2 injured
SERVICE BRAKES
May 6, 2019
Incident date: May 3, 2019
THE VEHICLE WAS BEING PERSONALLY INSPECTED WHILE STATIONARY. I HAVE NOTICED A SIGNIFICANT WEAR DIFFERENCE IN THE RIGHT FRONT BRAKE ROTOR WHILE IT IS BEING BEDDED. UPON CLOSER INSPECTION, I HAVE DETERMINED THAT THERE ARE 2 DIFFERENT FRONT ROTOR TYPES ON THIS VEHICLE. THE RIGHT ROTOR IS A SINGLE PIECE... Read more
Technical Service Bulletins, 2018 POLARIS SLINGSHOT
36 manufacturer communications from 24 unique bulletins. TSBs describe known problems and recommended fixes from the manufacturer.
Most Affected Components
| Component | Bulletins |
|---|---|
| 355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL | 7 |
| 350000 EQUIPMENT | 6 |
| 118000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE | 5 |
| 110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM | 3 |
| 034100 SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:FOUNDATION COMPONENTS:MASTER CYLINDER | 2 |
| 356000 EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY | 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-18-11-01 R03
Jan 18, 2019
118000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE
Polaris has introduced new software and map updates for the Ride Command Display. Dealers should encourage Slingshot owners using Ride Command to bring their units in to receive the software update. At this time, dealers should also verify
T-18-11-01 R02
Dec 13, 2018
118000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE
Polaris has introduced new software and map updates for the Ride Command Display. Dealers should encourage Slingshot owners using Ride Command to bring their units in to receive the software update. At this time, dealers should also verify
T-18-11-01 R01
Nov 26, 2018
118000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE
Polaris has introduced new software and map updates for the Ride Command Display. Dealers should encourage Slingshot owners using Ride Command to bring their units in to receive the software update. At this time, dealers should also verify
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-18-10-01
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
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-18-06-01
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-18-01
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
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
G-17-10-02
Oct 26, 2017
355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL
At Polaris, we are committed to the safety of our customers and riders. Through product design, dedicated safety engineering, and increased consumer awareness, Polaris continues to work toward a safe riding experience and proper operation o
DW 3.9
Aug 31, 2017
118000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE
Digital Wrench version 3.9 is now available for download. Updating to version 3.9 is required to update the base Digital Wrench software version from 3.8 to 3.9 to allow for future MY18 vehicle support.
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-17-05-01
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
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