Recall 18V531000 — SEAT BELTS:FRONT:RETRACTOR Defect in 2017-2019 POLARIS SLINGSHOT
RECALL This recall affects up to 10,658 vehicles.
Recall Summary
| NHTSA Campaign | 18V531000 |
| Manufacturer | Polaris Industries, Inc. |
| Vehicles Affected | 10,658 |
| Component | SEAT BELTS:FRONT:RETRACTOR |
| Date Notified | |
| Affected Vehicles |
Defect Description
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.
Safety 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.
Related Recalls for POLARIS
| Campaign | Vehicle | Component | Date | Affected |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 23V466000 | 2022 POLARIS SLINGSHOT S | BACK OVER PREVENTION:DISPLAY FUNCTION | 22,218 | |
| 23V106000 | 2022 POLARIS SLINGSHOT SLR | ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:ALTERNATOR/GENERATOR/REGULATOR | 163 | |
| 21V629000 | 2021 POLARIS SLINGSHOT | WHEELS:LUGS/NUTS/BOLTS/STUDS | 4,744 | |
| 19V881000 | 2019 POLARIS SLINGSHOT | ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:WIRING:FUSES AND CIRCUIT BREAKERS | 1,915 | |
| 19V750000 | 2015 POLARIS SLINGSHOT | ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:WIRING:FUSES AND CIRCUIT BREAKERS | 31,987 | |
| 19V185000 | 2018 POLARIS SLINGSHOT | SEATS | 3,311 | |
| 18V809000 | 2015 POLARIS SLINGSHOT | BACK OVER PREVENTION: SENSING SYSTEM: CAMERA | 11,371 | |
| 18V321000 | 2017 POLARIS SLINGSHOT | SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:PEDALS AND LINKAGES | 4,342 | |
| 18V195000 | 2015 POLARIS SLINGSHOT | SEATS | 24,235 | |
| 17V357000 | 2015 POLARIS SLINGSHOT | TRACTION CONTROL SYSTEM | 8,962 |