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2018 Polaris Slingshot Recalls

Recalls on record Updated July 2026

The 2018 Polaris Slingshot has 5 NHTSA recall campaigns affecting an estimated 74,533 vehicles. Recall repairs are always free at any authorized dealer. Owners have filed 5 complaints with NHTSA, most often about the electrical system. Last updated July 5, 2026.

Recall campaigns

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM 19V750000 2019-10-18 31,987 affected
Defect

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.

SEATS 19V185000 2019-03-07 3,311 affected
Defect

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…

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. Owners may contact…

SEAT BELTS 18V531000 2018-08-15 10,658 affected
Defect

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.

SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC 18V321000 2018-05-16 4,342 affected
Defect

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.

SEATS 18V195000 2018-03-26 24,235 affected
Defect

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…

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. Owners may…

Complaints by component

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
2
AIR BAGS
1
1crashes2injuries
SERVICE BRAKES
1
TIRES
1
1crashes2injuries
Total complaints5

What owners report

Verbatim reports filed with NHTSA, lightly edited for readability and with personal information removed.

“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…”

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM · reported 2020-05-29

“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…”

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM · reported 2019-11-07

“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…”

AIR BAGS · reported 2019-09-29

“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…”

TIRES · reported 2019-09-29

“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…”

SERVICE BRAKES · reported 2019-05-03

Defect investigations

Investigation PE17005 Opened 2017-09-18 · closed 2019-03-25

Seatbelt Retractor Failure

See attached closing resume summary.

Investigation PE17005 Opened 2017-09-18 · closed 2019-03-25

Seatbelt Retractor Failure

See attached closing resume summary.

Investigation PE17005 Opened 2017-09-18 · closed 2019-03-25

Seatbelt Retractor Failure

See attached closing resume summary.

Investigation PE17005 Opened 2017-09-18 · closed 2019-03-25

Seatbelt Retractor Failure

See attached closing resume summary.

Investigation PE17005 Opened 2017-09-18 · closed 2019-03-25

Seatbelt Retractor Failure

See attached closing resume summary.

Investigation PE17005 Opened 2017-09-18 · closed 2019-03-25

Seatbelt Retractor Failure

See attached closing resume summary.

Investigation PE17005 Opened 2017-09-18 · closed 2019-03-25

Seatbelt Retractor Failure

See attached closing resume summary.

Investigation PE17005 Opened 2017-09-18 · closed 2019-03-25

Seatbelt Retractor Failure

See attached closing resume summary.

Sources & methodology

Recall, complaint, and investigation records from official NHTSA datasets (FLAT_RCL, FLAT_CMPL, FLAT_INV), synced weekly. Counts reflect NHTSA records for the 2018 Polaris Slingshot as of July 5, 2026. Complaint narratives are consumer-submitted and unverified. This page contains ads and affiliate links. Full methodology.