Polaris Slingshot recalled over injury risk

Recall date

October 18, 2019

Source

National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)

Official notice title

Polaris Industries Inc. recalls 2015–2019 Polaris Slingshot

Recall number

19V750000

Brand / firm

Polaris

Sold / distributed

Potentially affected: 31,987 units

Why it was recalled

Damaged terminals may result in the loss of forward and rear lighting, instrument cluster gauges, or power steering assist. Any of these scenarios increase the risk of a crash.

What was recalled

Polaris Inc. (Polaris) is recalling certain 2015-2019 Slingshot motorcycles. Excessive electrical current may damage the battery fuse holder terminals.

What to do

Polaris will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the battery fuse block terminals and relocate the 50 amp chassis fuse, free of charge. The recall began October 24, 2019. Owners may contact Polaris customer service at 1-855-863-2284. Polaris's number for this recall is T-19-01.. Follow the official notice for full instructions.