NHTSA recall 23V106000
Electrical system › Alternator/generator/regulator
Polaris Slingshot and 4 more
Reported Feb 20, 2023163 vehicles affectedPolaris Inc.Maker’s number T-23-01
The defect
Polaris Inc. (Polaris) is recalling certain 2022-2023 Slingshot R, Slingshot S with Technology Package 1, Slingshot SL, Slingshot SLR, and Slingshot S motorcycles. The alternator may have been improperly heat-treated during manufacturing.
The risk
An improperly heat-treated alternator may crack and separate during operation, increasing the risk of a fire.
The remedy
Dealers will replace the alternator, free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed March 8, 2023. Owners may contact Polaris' customer service at 1-855-863-2284. Polaris' number for this recall is T-23-01.