Every 2019 Polaris Slingshot recall
Each campaign as NHTSA published it: what is wrong, what can happen, and the fix. Newest first.
Electrical System · NHTSA 19V881000
Nov 12, 2019Electrical System:Wiring:Fuses and Circuit Breakers
- Problem
- Polaris Industries, Inc. (Polaris) is recalling certain 2019 Slingshot, Slingshot SL, Slingshot SLR, and Slingshot GT motorcycles. A 10A circuit breaker may be defective, tripping unexpectedly and causing a sudden loss of power and an engine stall.
- Risk
- An engine stall increases the risk of a crash.
- Fix
- Polaris will notify owners and provide a new 10A circuit breaker and installation instructions. Owners may choose to have the part installed at a dealership, free of charge. The recall began January 22, 2020. Owners may contact Polaris customer service at 1-855-863-2284. Polaris' number for this recall is T-19-02.
Full recall details for 19V881000 →Electrical System · NHTSA 19V750000
Oct 18, 2019Electrical System:Wiring:Fuses and Circuit Breakers
- Problem
- Polaris Inc. (Polaris) is recalling certain 2015-2019 Slingshot motorcycles. Excessive electrical current may damage the battery fuse holder terminals.
- Risk
- 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.
- Fix
- 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.
Full recall details for 19V750000 →Seat Belts · NHTSA 19V185000
Jul 3, 2019Seat Belts
- Problem
- 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, allowing the driver's seat to move unexpectedly.
- Risk
- 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.
- Fix
- 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. Owners may contact Polaris customer service at 1-855-863-2284. Polaris' number for this recall is T-18-01. Note: this recall is an expansion of recall 18V-195.
Full recall details for 19V185000 →Seat Belts · NHTSA 18V531000
Aug 15, 2018Seat Belts:Front:Retractor
- Problem
- 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.
- Risk
- 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.
- Fix
- 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.
Full recall details for 18V531000 →
2019 Polaris Slingshot complaints and service bulletins
Owners filed 4 complaints with NHTSA about the 2019 Polaris Slingshot. Polaris has issued at least 34 technical service bulletins (repair instructions to dealers) for this model year. Complaints are unverified owner reports; a recall is the manufacturer’s admission of a safety defect.
Most-reported components
- Electrical System2
- Power Train1
- Seats1
- Suspension1
- Unknown Or Other1
- Wheels1
Service bulletins by component
- Electrical System (14)
- Equipment (13)
- Engine (4)
- Power Train (3)
- Exterior Lighting (2)
- Latches/Locks/Linkages (2)
Read Polaris Slingshot owner complaints and bulletins, every year
NHTSA defect investigations covering the 2019 Polaris Slingshot
NHTSA’s Office of Defects Investigation lists this model year in one investigation. An investigation is not a recall; it is how NHTSA decides whether one is needed.
What people reported
Owners have filed 4 complaints with NHTSA about the 2019 Polaris Slingshot. A few in their own words, shortened. Complaints are unverified and are not proof of a defect or of any recall.
“Issue #1: The driver seat was loose. There was an issue with the railing of the seat. That one got replaced. Issue #2: I have an issue with the rear wheel bearing. There is a loud clicking noise when driving the Slingshot. I had do bring it into the dealership several times.”
2019 POLARIS SLINGSHOTFeb 20, 2022
Complaint filed with NHTSA, not verified by the agency · NHTSA complaint 11453114
“The contact owns a 2019 Polaris Slingshot. The contact stated that since the motorcycle was purchased, there was an abnormal grinding sound while driving at various speeds. There were no warning lights illuminated.”
2019 POLARIS SLINGSHOTAug 16, 2021
Complaint filed with NHTSA, not verified by the agency · NHTSA complaint 11429347
“THE CONTACT OWNS A 2019 POLARIS SLINGSHOT. THE CONTACT RECEIVED NOTIFICATION OF NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBERS: 19V750000 (ELECTRICAL SYSTEM) AND 19V881000 (ELECTRICAL SYSTEM) HOWEVER, THE PARTS TO DO THE RECALL REPAIR WERE UNAVAILABLE.”
2019 POLARIS SLINGSHOTJul 6, 2020
Complaint filed with NHTSA, not verified by the agency · NHTSA complaint 11337695
“THE CONTACT OWNS A 2019 POLARIS SLINGSHOT SL. THE CONTACT RECEIVED A RECALL NOTIFICATION FOR NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 19V750000 (ELECTRICAL SYSTEM) AND STATED THAT THE MANUFACTURER EXCEEDED A REASONABLE AMOUNT OF TIME TO REPAIR THE VEHICLE.”
2019 POLARIS SLINGSHOTDec 27, 2019
Complaint filed with NHTSA, not verified by the agency · NHTSA complaint 11291541
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