2021 POLARIS SLINGSHOT
1 recalls — 3 complaints — 40 TSBs
21V629000 Aug 10, 2021
WHEELS:LUGS/NUTS/BOLTS/STUDS
Defect Description
Polaris, Inc. (Polaris) is recalling certain 2020-2021 Slingshot vehicles. The rear wheel studs may not have been fully pressed into the axle, possibly causing them to come loose.
Consequence
Loose rear wheel studs could result in wheel detachment, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Dealers will inspect and as necessary, replace the rear axle/stud assembly, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed August 27, 2021. Polaris' number for this recall is T-21-01.
Complaint Statistics
3 total complaints
Top Reported Components
| Component | Complaints |
|---|---|
| SEAT BELTS | 1 |
| FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM | 1 |
| ENGINE | 1 |
ENGINE
Apr 27, 2026
Incident date: Mar 20, 2026
Poor quality hydraulic roller lifer arm failure caused a frown rod and a hole in the engine block
SEAT BELTS
Sep 19, 2022
Incident date: Jun 1, 2022
Seat belts drivers and passengers do not adjust, lock where you cannot pull out to buckle the belt,locks while pulling out. Also doesnt lock snug against body when buckled. Throttle bucks violently when lettling clutch out gentlly causing a stall condition when pulling into traffic.
FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM
Sep 19, 2022
Incident date: Jun 1, 2022
Seat belts drivers and passengers do not adjust, lock where you cannot pull out to buckle the belt,locks while pulling out. Also doesnt lock snug against body when buckled. Throttle bucks violently when lettling clutch out gentlly causing a stall condition when pulling into traffic.
Technical Service Bulletins — 2021 POLARIS SLINGSHOT
40 manufacturer communications from 25 unique bulletins. TSBs describe known problems and recommended fixes from the manufacturer.
Most Affected Components
| Component | Bulletins |
|---|---|
| 110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM | 14 |
| 350000 EQUIPMENT | 4 |
| 010000 STEERING | 3 |
| 100000 POWER TRAIN | 3 |
| 160000 STRUCTURE | 2 |
| 353600 EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:INFOTAINMENT | 2 |
| 252100 ELECTRONIC STABILITY CONTROL:CONTROL MODULE:SOFTWARE | 1 |
| 123000 EXTERIOR LIGHTING:TAIL LIGHTS | 1 |
T-24-04-01
Apr 11, 2024
100000 POWER TRAIN
This Team Tip is to bring awareness to a new drive belt for Model Year 2021+ Slingshot vehicles. Updates to the Service Manual have been made to address the new belt tension spec and updated tension process. Model Year 2024 Slingshot produc
T-24-01
Jan 2, 2024
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
We recently determined that some Model Year 2020-2023 Slingshot vehicles updated with RIDE COMMAND software update SLS7AB.M32336A (sent over the air in September 2023) may not be able to access Vehicle Health and Vehicle Location in the Sli
T-23-12-01
Dec 6, 2023
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
This Team Tip is designed to bring awareness to audio system changes starting in Model Year 2024 with RIDE COMMAND 7" Display software November 2023. In addition to new speakers, Model Year 2020+ Slingshot vehicles will now require RIDE COM
TSA-23-01
Nov 27, 2023
030000 SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC
Polaris has identified that some Model Year 2020+ Slingshot vehicles may exhibit a brake warning light and a shift to neutral condition on AutoDrive equipped vehicles when coming to a stop as a result of a faulty brake pressure switch. Faul
TSA-23-01
Nov 27, 2023
100000 POWER TRAIN
Polaris has identified that some Model Year 2020+ Slingshot vehicles may exhibit a brake warning light and a shift to neutral condition on AutoDrive equipped vehicles when coming to a stop as a result of a faulty brake pressure switch. Faul
TSA-23-01
Nov 27, 2023
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Polaris has identified that some Model Year 2020+ Slingshot vehicles may exhibit a brake warning light and a shift to neutral condition on AutoDrive equipped vehicles when coming to a stop as a result of a faulty brake pressure switch. Faul
SLG-11.16.2023
Nov 16, 2023
010000 STEERING
This article contains some of the theory of operation with the Steering Angle Sensors (SAS) on Slingshot models. It highlights the operation of the MY20+ models as well as some issues we have been seeing and some of the challenges in diagno
SLG-11.16.2023
Nov 16, 2023
251000 ELECTRONIC STABILITY CONTROL:AUTOMATIC (ASC)
This article contains some of the theory of operation with the Steering Angle Sensors (SAS) on Slingshot models. It highlights the operation of the MY20+ models as well as some issues we have been seeing and some of the challenges in diagno
SLG-11.16.2023
Nov 16, 2023
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
This article contains some of the theory of operation with the Steering Angle Sensors (SAS) on Slingshot models. It highlights the operation of the MY20+ models as well as some issues we have been seeing and some of the challenges in diagno
2023-01-10.26.23
Oct 26, 2023
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Some RIDE COMMAND 7a?? displays may experience a blank screen, blackout, or the impression that it wona??t turn on, leading to display replacement.
2023-01-10.26.23
Oct 26, 2023
353600 EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:INFOTAINMENT
Some RIDE COMMAND 7a?? displays may experience a blank screen, blackout, or the impression that it wona??t turn on, leading to display replacement.
SLG-7.19.23
Jul 19, 2023
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
This Slingshot Help Center article provides information regarding updating slingshot software and maps on the 2020+ 7" Display Powered by RIDE COMMAND.
SLG-7.19.23
Jul 19, 2023
353500 EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:NAVIGATIONAL SYSTEM(GLOBAL POSITIONING SYSTEM)
This Slingshot Help Center article provides information regarding updating slingshot software and maps on the 2020+ 7" Display Powered by RIDE COMMAND.
SLG-7.19.23
Jul 19, 2023
353600 EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:INFOTAINMENT
This Slingshot Help Center article provides information regarding updating slingshot software and maps on the 2020+ 7" Display Powered by RIDE COMMAND.
SLG-7.19.23
Jul 19, 2023
353610 EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:INFOTAINMENT:SOFTWARE
This Slingshot Help Center article provides information regarding updating slingshot software and maps on the 2020+ 7" Display Powered by RIDE COMMAND.
SLG-7.19.23
Jul 19, 2023
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
This Slingshot Help Center article provides information regarding updating slingshot software and maps on the 2020+ 7" Display Powered by RIDE COMMAND.
SLG-05.01.2023
May 1, 2023
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
This communication was provided to dealers regarding Ride Command Software Updates for MY2020 and newer Slingshot models.
T-22-01
Oct 14, 2022
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
Slingshot has determined that some 2020-2022 Slingshot vehicles may experience a failure of the oil pressure switch which could lead to engine damage.
T-22-08-02
Aug 16, 2022
100000 POWER TRAIN
This Team Tip is designed to bring awareness to clutch service for 2020 and newer Slingshot models. Updated information has been added to the Service Manual to provide dealers with clear direction on how to properly install the clutch asse
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
SLG2022-06-16
Jun 16, 2022
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Information regarding the theory of operation for Steering Angle Sensors (SAS) on MY20-MY22 Slingshot models are explained for awareness. Additionally, steps are provided on how to properly calibrate the SAS.
SLG2022-06-16
Jun 16, 2022
010000 STEERING
Information regarding the theory of operation for Steering Angle Sensors (SAS) on MY20-MY22 Slingshot models are explained for awareness. Additionally, steps are provided on how to properly calibrate the SAS.
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.
SLG2022-01-26
Jan 26, 2022
355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL
?Set Up: The dealer will need to activate it using Digital Wrench. From the tool box select - Vehicle Configuration. Then select - Security Configuration. Follow the process with a battery charger on the vehicles battery.? Once security is
SLG2022-01-26
Jan 26, 2022
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
?Set Up: The dealer will need to activate it using Digital Wrench. From the tool box select - Vehicle Configuration. Then select - Security Configuration. Follow the process with a battery charger on the vehicles battery.? Once security is
02SLG2021-12-07
Dec 17, 2021
350000 EQUIPMENT
Slingshot General Ride Command Diagnosis
03SLG2021-12-07
Dec 7, 2021
353000 EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL
Slingshot Ride Command Cell Modem
04SLG2021-09-30
Sep 30, 2021
010000 STEERING
Best Operating Procedures : Slingshot Steering and Clockspring Service
TDH-21-01
Sep 24, 2021
200000 WHEELS
Polaris has determined that 10 Slingshot vehicles have wheel lug nuts that may not have achieved the specified torque value during the assembly process.
03SLG2021-09-09
Sep 9, 2021
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
2021 Slingshot Ambient Air Temp Sensor Location
02SLG2021-09-09
Sep 9, 2021
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Slingshot AMT Won't Complete Grid Learn
04SLG2021-05-19
May 19, 2021
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Slingshot AMT Grid and Kiss point learn- tips and tricks on the transmission service procedures to help when we have a unit having some difficulties completing this calibration.
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
TDH-20-03 R02
Dec 21, 2020
350000 EQUIPMENT
Polaris recently found that some Slingshot S models equipped with the technology package were assembled with a center tail light plug instead of a center high mount stop lamp.
TDH-20-03 R02
Dec 21, 2020
160000 STRUCTURE
Polaris recently found that some Slingshot S models equipped with the technology package were assembled with a center tail light plug instead of a center high mount stop lamp.
TDH-20-03 R02
Dec 21, 2020
123000 EXTERIOR LIGHTING:TAIL LIGHTS
Polaris recently found that some Slingshot S models equipped with the technology package were assembled with a center tail light plug instead of a center high mount stop lamp.
TDH-20-03 R01
Dec 17, 2020
160000 STRUCTURE
Slingshot is actively investigating a potential concern regarding the vehicles impacted by this dealer hold.
TDH-20-03 R01
Dec 17, 2020
252100 ELECTRONIC STABILITY CONTROL:CONTROL MODULE:SOFTWARE
Slingshot is actively investigating a potential concern regarding the vehicles impacted by this dealer hold.
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
136
Total Complaints
2
Investigations
15
Reported Crashes
4
Reported Fires
3
Reported Deaths