2015 Polaris Slingshot | 2016 Polaris Slingshot | 2017 Polaris Slingshot | 2018 Polaris Slingshot — Seats
Published March 27, 2018 · Recall initiated: March 26, 2018
Summary
NHTSA records recall 18V195000, published March 27, 2018 and initiated March 26, 2018. Recalling firm: Polaris Industries Inc.; 2015 Polaris Slingshot | 2016 Polaris Slingshot | 2017 Polaris Slingshot | 2018 Polaris Slingshot — Seats.
What's the hazard
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.
What to do
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.
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Recall details
- Brand
- POLARIS
- Model
- SLINGSHOT
- Manufacturer
- Polaris Industries Inc.
- Lot
- 2015 POLARIS SLINGSHOT | 2016 POLARIS SLINGSHOT | 2017 POLARIS SLINGSHOT | 2018 POLARIS SLINGSHOT
- Risk classification
- V
- Country
- US
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Questions about this recall
Was 2015 Polaris Slingshot | 2016 Polaris Slingshot | 2017 Polaris Slingshot | 2018 Polaris Slingshot — Seats recalled?
Yes. NHTSA published recall 18V195000 on March 27, 2018. Reported hazard: 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.
What should I do if I have this product?
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.
How do I know if my unit is part of the recall?
Compare your product details with the notice. Brand: POLARIS. Model: SLINGSHOT.