2017 Polaris Slingshot
Safety record from NHTSA: recalls, owner complaints, investigations and service bulletins.
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Recalls
9 recalls name the 2017 Polaris Slingshot. Newest first.
Polaris Inc. (Polaris) is recalling certain 2015-2019 Slingshot motorcycles. Excessive electrical current may damage the battery fuse holder terminals.
Risk and remedy
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.
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.
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 and remedy
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.
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.
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.
Risk and remedy
Risk
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.
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, allowing the driver's seat to move unexpectedly.
Risk and remedy
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.
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. Owners may contact Polaris customer service at 1-855-863-2284. Polaris' number for this recall is T-18-01.
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, potentially resulting in road debris contaminating the rear…
Risk and remedy
Risk
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.
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 suspension performance.
Risk and remedy
Risk
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.
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.
Risk and remedy
Risk
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.
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.
Risk and remedy
Risk
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.
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.
Risk and remedy
Risk
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 is T-16-03.
Owner complaints
10 complaints2 involved a crash3 injuries
What owners report most
Latest complaints
- Seats
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…
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 backs come off frame. Have asked other people in our Slingshot club if they have had a issue and we have gotten alot of yes happened to us to. It is not just ours and have no idea how to fix, but seems as this could be dangerous if back of seat is not secure. Had one couple to fix this problem they had to remove seats, remove seat backs and they Gorilla Glued the seat backs to the frame to fix the problem. I thought umm I'm not super gluing, or Gorilla Gluing my seats in. Seems to be a issue with our particular seats which came stock in the 2017 SL's.We have the limited edition Midnight Cherry. Nice seats just that the screws holding seat back on are breaking free of however they are attached to the seat. It is not right and these issues need repaired for all slingshots with this issue. Looks like there was some sort of seat recall already but do not know if this issue is included in the seat recall? Have pictures form will not allow me to drop them in or upload them? Let me explain better. There is a back on the screws preventing them from being able to tighten or to replace they are dangling out of the holes. I know we are not the only ones having this issue and we have no idea how to repair other then to buy new seats for our slingshot. However we should not have to do that. It seems that it will be very unsafe during a crash. Will tey to upload pictures again.
- Seats
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…
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 failure and accident with absolutely no warning. The vehicle has been inspected multiple times by an authorized polaris dealer with no resolution.
- Service brakes
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
The drivers side seat belt won't extend. While viewing the polaris slingshot forum, this has been a reoccurring problem.
- Electrical system
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. all the dealers around me say they can't get the parts from polaris. nhtsa recall #190750.
- Electrical system
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…
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 repair. An unknown dealer was contacted and confirmed that parts were not yet available. The manufacturer was made aware of the issue. The contact had not experienced a failure. Parts distribution disconnect.
- Electrical system · Exterior lighting · Steering
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.…
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. The cause of the failures was not determined. The vehicle was included in nhtsa campaign number: 19v750000 (electrical system). After contacting valley motorsports (195 e mosby rd, harrisburg, va) and the manufacturer, the contact was informed that the parts needed to repair the vehicle were not available. The failure mileage was 100.
- Wheels
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…
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 landed on the shoulder. There were no warning indicators illuminated. The contact sustained bruised ribs and a sore neck. Medical attention was not received. A police report was filed. The vehicle was towed to an independent lot and then towed to freedom powersports huntsville (12401 memorial pkwy SE, huntsville, al 35803, 256-829-5507), but was not diagnosed. The insurance company deemed the vehicle a total loss. The manufacturer was notified and provided case number: 6039418. The contact located ntsb number: nvs-214jrype15-016 from may of 2015 and stated that the failure was similar. The failure was mileage was approximately 13,000. *tr
- Seat belts · Vehicle speed control
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…
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 parked vehicle, repeatedly. The vehicle kept accelerating, after every impact as it went forward towards the parked car. the parked car suffered multiplied impacts to the driver front, fender, doors, and rear as the slingshot kept accelerating and hitting it, bouncing off each time, only to accelerate and further ramming the vehicle. the slingshot finally stopped hitting the parked car only after the front left tire/suspension broke. after I had my injuries checked, I went back to visit the vehicle when I noticed that the gas pedal had shifted to the right of its original position. as a result, this created a wedge between the gas pedal with the tub frame of the vehicle. this may explain why the slingshot was accelerating, even after I took my foot off the pedal. I have photos and will get the police reports, plus any witness statements, if any; but I do not have it at the time of submission, since I am using a work computer. I will submit any additional information as required. also, in the accident, the safety belt did not hold me in place as the slingshot repeatedly hit the parked vehicle. unfortunately I did not take any pictures of the seatbelt. *tr
- Electronic stability control (esc) · Service brakes · Steering
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…
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 be replaced. The vehicle was repaired; however, a week later, the vehicle would not start. The vehicle was towed. The vehicle was diagnosed that the battery cable was lose and was repaired. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was 5,000. updated 05/02/17*lj *cn
Defect investigations
NHTSA’s Office of Defects Investigation opened these reviews into vehicles including this one.
- Seatbelt Retractor Failure
See attached closing resume summary.
Service bulletins
Technical service bulletins and other communications the manufacturer sent dealers about this vehicle. Ask a dealer for the full document by its number.
- 11011511This Slingshot help center article provides information regarding adjustment and maintenance of the headlamps on Model Year 2019 and older Slingshot vehicles.
- 10235781This article provides information regarding battery maintenance on MY2019 and older Slingshot vehicles.
- 10219431Slingshot 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 installation.
- 10208650Best practices for gauges, speedometers and tachometers regarding Slingshot vehicles. This version has been translated into French.
- 10205936Slingshot Ride Command Cell Modem
- 10193932Customers 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. Disconnect the battery for 20 minutes. 4. Reconnect and test ride vehicle for minimum 20 miles to get an average economy again.
- 10191555STOP SALE on affected Slingshot units identified in your inventory until further notice.
- 10188565Winterizing tips for the Slingshot.
- 10179066Polaris 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 requirement has been added to improve visibility to app downloads and usage.
- 10179065There 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 that matches the high quality and excitement of the products, PCDX was developed to create a mobile streamlined dealership delivery experience. PCDX combines the setup, registration, and delivery process into one easy to use application.
- 10179064PCDX 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 inspection), general warnings, assembly and inspection, safety bulletins, test ride, customer information, customer walkaround and discussion, and customer acceptance. This application has been proven in dealerships to automate document retention, streamline vehicle setup, and provide a consistent, professional customer experience. Vehicles shipped after 11/1/2015 no longer include a paper PDI form with the vehicle setup material; instead dealers should complete the vehicle setup and PDI using the PCDX application, which can be located on the Dealer Website under Service and Warranty PCDX.
- 10179063This Team Tip is being released to dealers to provide information regarding the required transition to online PCDX and PCDX training.
- 10179060A 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.
- 10178913A 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 for optimal vehicle performance, and should be checked as a regular maintenance item, as well as any time a modification is made to the suspension or steering system.
- 10178912Polaris 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 loosen as the vehicle is driven. While there is no risk of the steering wheel becoming disengaged from the hub adapter, the operator may notice a slight change in steering feedback.
- 10178909Polaris 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 completed validation of revised steering shaft hardware.
- 10178907Slingshot 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. When proper clamp load is not achieved, the vehicle may experience erratic or incorrect rear wheel speed sensor readings. Symptoms include a reduction in deceleration during engine braking and a feeling of cruise control being engaged or the ABS solenoid being activated during light to moderate braking. This may occur when the axle splines or sprocket splines are not properly cleaned to remove corrosion or Loctite prior to reassembly.
- 10178804Polaris 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 in brake function as a result of this failure.
- 10178803Polaris 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 loosening of the wall, distinguishable by a rattle during normal engine operation. If left unrepaired for an extended period of time, a hole may form in the muffler wall resulting in noticeably higher noise levels.
- 10178802Due 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.
- 10178798This 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 properly adjust hood latches, cable release timing and gap alignment using commercially available tools.
- 10178797All 2017-2019 Slingshot models equipped with the Slingshade accessory (including factory-equipped GT models) present the possibility of contact between the drivers seat headrest and the Slingshade door latch. With the Slingshade door closed, the seat headrest can make contact with the door latch while tilting the seat forward. If the seat is allowed to tilt forward unrestrained, the force of the seat can damage the door latch.
- 10178796Slingshot 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 specific recommendations to help maintain and restore the AGM type batteries used in Slingshot vehicles.
- 10178795Safety 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 were not included in the kit, remove the grommets from the original swingarm and install into the new swingarm as part of the procedure.
- 10170165Due 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.
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