2018 Polaris Slingshot | 2019 Polaris Slingshot — Seats
Published March 8, 2019 · Recall initiated: March 7, 2019
Summary
NHTSA records recall 19V185000, published March 8, 2019 and initiated March 7, 2019. Recalling firm: Polaris Industries Inc.; 2018 Polaris Slingshot | 2019 Polaris Slingshot — Seats.
What's the hazard
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.
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 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.
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Recall details
- Brand
- POLARIS
- Model
- SLINGSHOT
- Manufacturer
- Polaris Industries Inc.
- Lot
- 2018 POLARIS SLINGSHOT | 2019 POLARIS SLINGSHOT
- Risk classification
- V
- Country
- US
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Questions about this recall
Was 2018 Polaris Slingshot | 2019 Polaris Slingshot — Seats recalled?
Yes. NHTSA published recall 19V185000 on March 8, 2019. Reported hazard: 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.
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 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.
How do I know if my unit is part of the recall?
Compare your product details with the notice. Brand: POLARIS. Model: SLINGSHOT.