Recall 15V022000: 2015 Polaris Slingshot

Updated from NHTSA data · How we count

Do not drive: NHTSA and the manufacturer advise owners not to drive these vehicles until the remedy is completed.

Report date
Jan 21, 2015
Vehicles affected
1,896
Models
1
Initiated by
Manufacturer

The problem

Polaris Industries, Inc. (Polaris) is recalling certain model year 2015 Slingshot motorcycles manufactured August 26, 2014, to January 9, 2015, and 2015 Slingshot SL motorcycles manufactured August 18, 2014, to January 10, 2015. In the affected motorcycles, the upper pinion bearing may fail on the steering rack assembly, resulting in the pinion gear disengaging from the steering rack.

The risk

If the steering pinion gear disengages from the steering rack, a loss of steering control could result, increasing the risk of a crash.

The fix

Polaris will notify owners, and dealers will replace the steering rack assembly, free of charge. The recall began on January 30, 2015. Owners may contact Polaris customer service at 1-855-863-2284. Polaris' number for this recall is SLI-15-02.

Notes

Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.

Affected vehicles

Details

NHTSA campaign
15V022000
Manufacturer campaign
SLI-15-02
Manufacturer
Polaris Industries, Inc.
Owner letters
Jan 30, 2015
Components
Steering (Steering)

Recall repairs are free at authorized dealers. To see if your vehicle is included, enter your VIN at NHTSA.gov or call the manufacturer.

Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) Office of Defects Investigation public data. Complaints are submitted by owners and are not verified by NHTSA or by us; a complaint does not prove a defect exists. Methodology