Defect Description For Recall
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.
Make Of Vehicle
POLARIS
Model Of Vehicle
SLINGSHOT
Year
2018
Recall Campaign Number
18V195000
Component Description
Seat Belts
Effect Of Defect
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.
Fix Defect
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.
Vehicle Manufacturer
Polaris Industries, Inc.
Start Of Manufacture
20140304
End Of Manufacture
20180226
Type Of Vehicle Recall
V
Number Affected
24235
Date Owners Notified
20180416
Initiated By
Mfr
Responsible Manufacturer
Polaris, Inc.
Date Report Received
20180326
Make Campaign Number
T-18-01