Polaris Industries Inc.: Safety Recalls in 2018
Updated on March 19, 2026.
There were 6 safety recalls made by Polaris Industries Inc. in 2018. See the details of the recalls below.
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Data Source: NHTSA.
November 15, 2018
(Campaign #: T-18-04)
Backup Camera Failure/Loss of Taillight/FMVSS 108
Polaris Industries (Polaris) is recalling certain 2015-2016 Polaris Slingshot, Slingshot SL and Slingshot SL LE motorcycles equipped with a backup camera. The back-up camera may fail internally, possibly melting the voltage regulator and blowing the fuse for that circuit, thereby preventing the taillight from functioning properly. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 108, Lamps, Reflective Devices, and Associated Equipment.
NHTSA ID: 18V809000
Component: BACK OVER PREVENTION
# of Units Affected: 11,371
Consequence Summary:
The melted voltage regulator can increase the risk of a fire. The loss of a tail light can increase the risk of a crash.
Corrective Action:
Polaris will notify owners, and dealers will inspect and replace the back-up camera, as necessary, free of charge. The recall began January 2, 2019. Owners may contact Polaris at 1-855-863-2284. Polaris' number for this recall is T-18-04.
Park Outside Advisory: No
Do not Drive Advisory: No
Completion Rate (%): 46.57
August 15, 2018
(Campaign #: T-18-03)
Seatbelt Retractor may Separate and Fail
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.
NHTSA ID: 18V531000
Component: SEAT BELTS
# of Units Affected: 10,658
Consequence Summary:
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.
Corrective Action:
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.
Park Outside Advisory: No
Do not Drive Advisory: No
Completion Rate (%): 64.94
July 19, 2018
(Campaign #: L-18-02)
Vehicle may Go in Opposite Direction than Intended
Polaris Industries, Inc. (Polaris) is recalling certain 2016-2017 GEM E2, E4, E6, and ELXD vehicles. The drive mode switch can send an incorrect signal, causing the vehicle to become inoperative or go in the opposite direction than intended.
NHTSA ID: 18V484000
Component:
# of Units Affected: 2,110
Consequence Summary:
If the operator intends to go forward, but the vehicle reverses instead, there would be an increased risk of a crash.
Corrective Action:
Polaris will notify owners, and dealers will replace the drive mode system with one that has separate inputs for each position (forward, neutral and reverse), free of charge. The recall began November 28, 2018. Owners may contact Polaris customer service at 1-855-863-2284. Note: This recall supersedes recall 16V-884. Vehicles previously repaired under that campaign need the repairs covered by this campaign as well.
Park Outside Advisory: No
Do not Drive Advisory: No
Completion Rate (%): 56.82
July 19, 2018
(Campaign #: L-18-03)
Lower Main Frame may Crack
Polaris Industries, Inc. (Polaris) is recalling certain 2011-2016 GEM E2, E2L, ELXD, and EL electric vehicles. The lower main frame tube may crack which can result in failure of the secondary upper cab frame.
NHTSA ID: 18V485000
Component: STRUCTURE
# of Units Affected: 1,946
Consequence Summary:
If the upper cab frame fails, it can increase the risk of injury or crash.
Corrective Action:
Polaris will notify owners, and dealers will install an additional frame brace to the lower frame tubes, free of charge. The recall began December 18, 2018. Owners may contact Polaris customer service at 1-855-743-3436. Polaris' number for this recall is L-18-03.
Park Outside Advisory: No
Do not Drive Advisory: No
Completion Rate (%): 20.4
May 16, 2018
(Campaign #: T-18-02)
Brake Pedal may Separate from Master Cylinder
Polaris Industries, Inc. (Polaris) is recalling certain 2017-2018 Polaris Slingshot, Slingshot SL, Slingshot SLR, Slingshot SL Icon, and Slingshot GT LE motorcycles. The brake pedals may have been incorrectly installed, allowing the brake pedal to separate from the brake master cylinder.
NHTSA ID: 18V321000
Component: SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC
# of Units Affected: 4,342
Consequence Summary:
If the brake pedal separates from the brake master cylinder, it would cause a loss of braking ability, increasing the risk of a crash.
Corrective Action:
Polaris will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the engagement of the brake pedal retaining clip and reassemble it if necessary, free of charge. The recall began on June 5, 2018. Owners may contact Polaris customer service at 1-855-863-2284. Polaris' number for this recall is T-18-02.
Park Outside Advisory: No
Do not Drive Advisory: No
Completion Rate (%): 87.19
March 26, 2018
(Campaign #: T-18-01)
Seat Belt or Seat Back may Detach; Seat may Slide
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.
NHTSA ID: 18V195000
Component:
# of Units Affected: 24,235
Consequence Summary:
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.
Corrective Action:
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.
Park Outside Advisory: No
Do not Drive Advisory: No
Completion Rate (%): 65.27
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