Owners have filed 41 complaints
about the 2016 Polaris Slingshot with NHTSA between 2015 and 2022.
The largest single group is the transmission & drivetrain.
Across this model's run it ranks 2 of 3 worst.
The letter says how bad. This says what kind — whether this year drew
an unusual number of complaints, unusually dangerous
ones, or failures that arrived unusually early.
The dashed ring is 50 — the national norm. Further out is worse.
Complaint volume — 56
Against the median year of the Polaris Slingshot. 50 means typical for this
model; 100 means roughly double.
Severity — 88
17.1% of these complaints
involved a crash, fire, injury or death, against a national rate of
9.7%.
Early failure — 100
93% of failures with a mileage on record happened under
36,000 miles, against a national rate of
29%.
How 2016 compares with every other Polaris Slingshot
Complaints filed with NHTSA, by model year. Bar colour is the FaultScore grade:
A
B
C
D
F
ungraded
What breaks on a 2016 Polaris Slingshot
Every complaint is filed against a part. Follow any row for the complaints about that part alone.
Transmission & Drivetrain
717.1%
Median failure at 1,700 miles
Brakes
614.6%
2 crashes, 0 fires · median 3,250 mi
Steering
614.6%
1 crashes, 0 fires · median 1,350 mi
Suspension
49.8%
Median failure at 1,590 miles
Fuel & Propulsion
37.3%
Electrical System
37.3%
0 crashes, 1 fires · median 2,580 mi
Other & Unspecified
24.9%
Median failure at 2,000 miles
Seat Belts
24.9%
Median failure at 2,500 miles
Wheels
24.9%
Median failure at 852 miles
Acceleration & Cruise Control
24.9%
1 crashes, 0 fires · median 7,950 mi
Body & Structure
24.9%
Median failure at 52,400 miles
Seats
12.4%
Engine & Cooling
12.4%
Median failure at 103,000 miles
When it fails
Odometer readings owners gave when they filed. About half of all
complaints include one.
Under 1,000 miles
518.5%
1,000 – 9,999 miles
1763.0%
10,000 – 24,999 miles
311.1%
100,000 – 149,999 miles
27.4%
When owners complained
A spike years after the car went on sale usually means a part wearing
out on schedule across the whole fleet — the kind of pattern no single
owner can see from inside their own car.
Nov 2015peak 5Oct 2022
NHTSA investigations into the 2016 Polaris Slingshot
An investigation is the step before a recall: the agency has seen enough
complaints to look into a pattern itself. An open one means it thinks
something may be wrong and nothing has been fixed yet.
PE17005Opened 18 Sep 2017Closed 25 Mar 2019SEAT BELTS:FRONT:ANCHORAGE
Seatbelt Retractor Failure
See attached closing resume summary.
Recalls on the 2016 Polaris Slingshot
A complaint is one owner's allegation. A recall is the point at which
the manufacturer or a regulator agreed the defect is real and dangerous
enough to fix for free — however old the car is.
United States — NHTSA
19V750000
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:WIRING:FUSES AND CIRCUIT BREAKERS
Polaris Inc. (Polaris) is recalling certain 2015-2019 Slingshot motorcycles. Excessive electrical current may damage the battery fuse holder terminals.
Risk: 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.
18V809000
BACK OVER PREVENTION: SENSING SYSTEM: CAMERA
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.
Risk: The melted voltage regulator can increase the risk of a fire. The loss of a tail light can increase the risk of a crash.
18V195000
SEATS
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.
Risk: 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.
17V357000
SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:ANTILOCK/TRACTION CONTROL/ELECTRONIC LIMITED SLIP:WHEEL SPEED SENSOR/TONE RING
Polaris Industries, Inc. (Polaris) is recalling certain 2015-2017 Slingshot vehicles. The affected vehicles previously had their rear swingarms replaced during the remedy of NHTSA recall number 16V-255. The replacement swingarms may have been installed without the sealing grommets installed, potentially resulting in road debris contaminating the rear wheel speed sensor.
Risk: Contamination of the rear speed sensor will disable the ABS and Traction/Stability Control, increasing the risk of a crash.
16V755000
POWER TRAIN:DRIVELINE
Polaris Industries, Inc. (Polaris) is recalling certain model year 2015-2017 Slingshot motorcycles manufactured March 4, 2014, to September 7, 2016. The affected vehicles may have been manufactured with a swing arm that has insufficient strength.
Risk: Due to the insufficient swing arm strength, the swing arm may fracture resulting in a loss of momentum or vehicle control, increasing the risk of a crash.
16V754000
FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:DELIVERY:HOSES, LINES/PIPING, AND FITTINGS
Polaris Idustries, Inc. (Polaris) is recalling certain model year 2015-2017 Slingshot motorcycles manufactured March 4, 2014, to October 7, 2016. The affected vehicles may have insufficient clearance between the fuel line and the hood structure.
Risk: The insufficient clearance may allow the fuel line to rub against the hood until it leaks fuel. A fuel leak in the presence of an ignition source can increase the risk of a fire.
16V752000
SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC
Polaris Industries, Inc. (Polaris) is recalling certain model year 2016-2017 Slingshot motorcycles manufactured December 28, 2015, to April 27, 2016. The brake pressure switch may have been over tightened in the affected motorcycles.
Risk: Over tightening of the brake pressure switch may damage the seal, allowing brake fluid to leak, resulting in reduced brake performance, increasing the risk of a crash.
15V777000
EXTERIOR LIGHTING:HEADLIGHTS
Polaris Industries, Inc. (Polaris) is recalling certain model year 2015-2016 Slingshot motorcycles manufactured April 21, 2014, to October 22, 2015, Slingshot SL motorcycles manufactured April 28, 2015 to October 23, 2015, and Slingshot SL SE motorcycles manufactured December 15, 2014, to October 22, 2015. In the affected motorcycles, the headlight relay may fail and result in a loss of headlights.
Risk: A loss of headlights can reduce driver visibility, increasing the risk of a crash.
Canada — Transport Canada
Canada runs its own recall programme, and its campaigns do not
always mirror the American ones.
Recall 20262942,345 units in Canada
Seats And Restraints
Issue: On certain vehicles, the driver's seat belt anchor point may be positioned too high. Canadian regulations require seat belt anchorages to be installed in certain locations. Safety Risk: This small error does not affect the safety or function of the seat belt. Corrective Actions: This is not a recall. Polaris has made changes to ensure that all new vehicles have the driver's seat belt anchor point in the correct location.
Recall 20195452,105 units in Canada
Electrical
Issue: On certain vehicles, the terminals of the battery fuse block could be damaged during normal driving. This can result in a loss of forward and rear lighting, a loss of gauges, and a loss of power steering assist. Safety Risk: A loss of forward lighting would reduce visibility. A loss of rear lighting could make the vehicle less visible and cause a following driver to not recognize that a vehicle ahead is braking. A loss of power steering assist could make the vehicle difficult to steer. These failures could increase the risk of a crash. Corrective Actions: Polaris will notify owners by mail and instruct them to take their vehicle to a dealer to inspect the battery fuse block terminals and relocate the 50-A chassis fuse.
Recall 20191361,874 units in Canada
Seats And Restraints
Issue: On certain vehicles, the seat base may have been assembled improperly. This could cause the seat belt buckle to detach or cause the seat slider not to latch properly. This could result in unexpected movement of the seat or seat back. Safety Risk: If the seat moves while driving, vehicle control could be affected. In a crash, a seat that moves or a seat belt that separates could increase the risk of injury. Corrective Actions: The company will notify owners by mail. Owners will be instructed to take their vehicle to a dealer to have the seat belt bracket and the seat slider latch inspected. If an incomplete or missing weld is found, or if a slider does not latch properly, the seat base will be replaced. Note: This supersedes Recall 2018-144. Vehicles repaired under the previous recall do not require repair under this recall.
Recall 20186331,030 units in Canada
Electrical
On certain vehicles, the rearview camera could fail internally and overheat, creating a fire risk. This could also result in loss of tail light function. Both of these conditions could increase the risk of a crash causing injury and/or damage to property. Correction: Dealers will inspect and replace the camera as necessary.
Recall 20181441,772 units in Canada
Seats And Restraints
On certain vehicles, the seat belt buckle and seat back may dislodge from seat base and/or the seat sliders may not latch properly. If the seat were to slide unexpectedly, vehicle control could be affected, and/or in the event of a crash, if the seat belt buckle and seat back were to dislodge from the seat base, an occupant may not be properly restrained, which would increase the risk of injury and/or damage to property. Correction: Dealers will inspect the weld of the seat belt bracket and inspect the seat slider latching function. If a weld is found incomplete or missing, or if a slider does not latch properly, the seat base will be replaced. Note: This recall is superseded by recall 2019136. Please see <a href="http://wwwapps.tc.gc.ca/Saf-Sec-Sur/7/VRDB-BDRV/search-recherche/detail.aspx?lang=eng&&rn=2019136">recall 2019136</a> for more information.
Recall 2017294489 units in Canada
Suspension
On certain vehicles which had a rear swing arm previously replaced under recall T-16-06 (Transport Canada no. 2016-520), the swing arm may have been installed without two dust plug grommets. Without dust plug grommets, debris could contaminate the rear wheel speed sensor, which could affect ABS and Traction/Stability Control functions, increasing the risk of a crash causing injury and/or property damage. Correction: Dealers will inspect for the presence of the grommets, and install if found missing. Note: If the speed sensor were to become inoperative, ABS and Traction/Stability control dash lights would illuminate.
Recall 20171551,478 units in Canada
Seats And Restraints
Certain vehicles may not comply with Canada Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (CMVSS) 208 - Occupant Protection in Frontal Impacts. The vehicle fails to provide an audible warning if the driver's seatbelt is not buckled, contrary to the requirements of the standard. This could increase the risk that the driver remain unbelted, increasing the risk of injury in a crash. Correction: Dealers will install a newly designed jumper harness which included the required seatbelt chime.
Recall 2016522356 units in Canada
Brakes
On certain vehicles, the brake pressure switch may have been over torqued during manufacturing. After a period of non-use, this could cause the brake seal to leak, resulting in increased brake pedal travel and degraded brake performance, which would increase stopping distances, increasing the risk of a crash causing injury and/or damage to property. Correction: Dealers will ensure proper torque of the brake pressure switch and replace as necessary.
Reports where the owner recorded a crash, a fire, an injury or a death.
at 5,900 milesMickleton, NJCrash
VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2016 POLARIS SLINGSHOT. WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 65 MPH, THE THROTTLE LOST POWER. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO DHY MOTORSPORTS (1300 CLEMENTS BRIDGE RD, TOWNSHIP, NJ 08096, 856-848-8500) WHERE IT WAS DIAGNOSED THAT A PIN IN THE HARNESS WAS NOT CONNECTING TO THE THROTTLE, WHICH CAUSED THE THROTTLE FAILURE. THE VEHICLE WAS REPAIRED. A COUPLE OF DAYS LATER, WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 65 MPH, THE BRAKES FAILED AND THE VEHICLE STRUCK A DEER. THE FRONT END OF THE SLINGSHOT WAS SMASHED. THE VEHICLE WAS TOWED TO THE CONTACT'S RESIDENCE. A POLICE REPORT WAS NOT FILED AND NO INJURIES WERE REPORTED. THE CONTACT CALLED THE DEALER BACK AND WAS INFORMED TO CALL THE MANUFACTURER. THE MANUFACTURER WAS MADE AWARE OF THE FAILURE AND INFORMED THE CONTACT THAT THE FAILURE WOULD BE INVESTIGATED AND POSSIBLY REPAIRED, IF THE INSURANCE COMPANY WAS NOT NOTIFIED. THE FAILURE WAS NOT REPAIRED. THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS APPROXIMATELY 5,900.
NHTSA complaint #11104670 — an unverified report by a vehicle owner.
at 5,900 milesMickleton, NJCrash
SERVICE BRAKES
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2016 POLARIS SLINGSHOT. WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 65 MPH, THE THROTTLE LOST POWER. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO DHY MOTORSPORTS (1300 CLEMENTS BRIDGE RD, TOWNSHIP, NJ 08096, 856-848-8500) WHERE IT WAS DIAGNOSED THAT A PIN IN THE HARNESS WAS NOT CONNECTING TO THE THROTTLE, WHICH CAUSED THE THROTTLE FAILURE. THE VEHICLE WAS REPAIRED. A COUPLE OF DAYS LATER, WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 65 MPH, THE BRAKES FAILED AND THE VEHICLE STRUCK A DEER. THE FRONT END OF THE SLINGSHOT WAS SMASHED. THE VEHICLE WAS TOWED TO THE CONTACT'S RESIDENCE. A POLICE REPORT WAS NOT FILED AND NO INJURIES WERE REPORTED. THE CONTACT CALLED THE DEALER BACK AND WAS INFORMED TO CALL THE MANUFACTURER. THE MANUFACTURER WAS MADE AWARE OF THE FAILURE AND INFORMED THE CONTACT THAT THE FAILURE WOULD BE INVESTIGATED AND POSSIBLY REPAIRED, IF THE INSURANCE COMPANY WAS NOT NOTIFIED. THE FAILURE WAS NOT REPAIRED. THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS APPROXIMATELY 5,900.
NHTSA complaint #11104670 — an unverified report by a vehicle owner.
at 1,500 milesMiami, FLCrash1 injured
STEERING
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2016 PORALIS SLINGSHOT. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE MAKING A RIGHT TURN AND THE STEERING WHEEL SUDDENLY MALFUNCTIONED AND SEIZED CAUSING THE DRIVER TO LOOSE CONTROL AND CRASH INTO A SECOND VEHICLE. DURING THE INCIDENT, THE CONTACT SUSTAINED AN INJURED HIP THAT DID NOT REQUIRE MEDICAL ATTENTION. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO THE DEALER (DEALER INFORMATION WAS UNAVAILABLE) WHO DIAGNOSED THAT THE SWING ARM WAS FAULTY. THE SWING ARM WAS REPLACED BUT THE FAILURE CONTINUED TO OCCUR. IN ADDITION, THE BRAKE LIGHT REMAINED ILLUMINATED AT ALL TIMES WHILE OPERATING THE VEHICLE. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOTIFIED OF THE FAILURE. THE VIN WAS NOT AVAILABLE. THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 1,500.
NHTSA complaint #11012388 — an unverified report by a vehicle owner.
at 1,500 milesMiami, FLCrash1 injured
SERVICE BRAKES
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2016 PORALIS SLINGSHOT. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE MAKING A RIGHT TURN AND THE STEERING WHEEL SUDDENLY MALFUNCTIONED AND SEIZED CAUSING THE DRIVER TO LOOSE CONTROL AND CRASH INTO A SECOND VEHICLE. DURING THE INCIDENT, THE CONTACT SUSTAINED AN INJURED HIP THAT DID NOT REQUIRE MEDICAL ATTENTION. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO THE DEALER (DEALER INFORMATION WAS UNAVAILABLE) WHO DIAGNOSED THAT THE SWING ARM WAS FAULTY. THE SWING ARM WAS REPLACED BUT THE FAILURE CONTINUED TO OCCUR. IN ADDITION, THE BRAKE LIGHT REMAINED ILLUMINATED AT ALL TIMES WHILE OPERATING THE VEHICLE. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOTIFIED OF THE FAILURE. THE VIN WAS NOT AVAILABLE. THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 1,500.
NHTSA complaint #11012388 — an unverified report by a vehicle owner.
at 2,580 milesDixon, CAFire
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:WIRING:INTERIOR/UNDER DASH
TL* THE CONTACT OWNED A 2016 POLARIS SLINGSHOT. WHILE DRIVING 65 MPH ON THE HIGHWAY, THE VEHICLE SPUTTERED WITHOUT WARNING. THE CONTACT OBSERVED FLAMES NEAR HIS FEET. THE CONTACT WAS ABLE TO PULL OVER TO THE SIDE OF THE ROAD AND EXIT THE VEHICLE. THE FIRE DEPARTMENT EXTINGUISHED THE FIRE AND FILED A REPORT. THE VEHICLE WAS DESTROYED AND TOWED TO THE INSURANCE COMPANY. THERE WERE NO INJURIES. THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS APPROXIMATELY 2,580.
NHTSA complaint #10904508 — an unverified report by a vehicle owner.
The most recent complaints
In the owners' own words, exactly as filed with NHTSA.
Kissimmee, FL
SERVICE BRAKES
Driver side.. brake doesnt stop ,can feel it in brake pedal,constantly filling up resorvoir..also stays accelerated when coming to a stop..there is recalls on issue
NHTSA complaint #11490906 — an unverified report by a vehicle owner.
Kissimmee, FL
FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM
Driver side.. brake doesnt stop ,can feel it in brake pedal,constantly filling up resorvoir..also stays accelerated when coming to a stop..there is recalls on issue
NHTSA complaint #11490906 — an unverified report by a vehicle owner.
at 1,200 milesDelmar, DE
STEERING
The contact owns a 2016 Polaris Slingshot. The contact stated that while his wife was driving 20 MPH, the power steering failed, and the vehicle drove onto a sidewalk without warning. The contact called the manufacturer and referred him to a local dealer for assistance. The vehicle was taken the local dealer however, the mechanic was unable to diagnose the cause of the failure. The vehicle remained at the dealer for a month. The contact was informed that the battery was replaced. The contact stated that upon return of the vehicle, the turn signals failed to operate as needed. There was no warning light illuminated. The vehicle was not repaired. The failure mileage was approximately 1,200.
NHTSA complaint #11437793 — an unverified report by a vehicle owner.
at 1,200 milesDelmar, DE
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
The contact owns a 2016 Polaris Slingshot. The contact stated that while his wife was driving 20 MPH, the power steering failed, and the vehicle drove onto a sidewalk without warning. The contact called the manufacturer and referred him to a local dealer for assistance. The vehicle was taken the local dealer however, the mechanic was unable to diagnose the cause of the failure. The vehicle remained at the dealer for a month. The contact was informed that the battery was replaced. The contact stated that upon return of the vehicle, the turn signals failed to operate as needed. There was no warning light illuminated. The vehicle was not repaired. The failure mileage was approximately 1,200.
NHTSA complaint #11437793 — an unverified report by a vehicle owner.
at 10,000 milesWinter Garden, FL
VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2016 POLARIS SLINGSHOT. WHILE RIDING AT VARIOUS SPEEDS, THE RPMS SUDDENLY REVVED HIGH AND THE VEHICLE ACCELERATED ON ITS OWN. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO CYCLE SPORTS CENTER (4001 N. JOHN YOUNG PKWY, ORLANDO, FL) WHERE THE FAILURE WAS CONFIRMED, BUT THE CAUSE COULD NOT BE DETERMINED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOT NOTIFIED OF THE FAILURE. THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 10,000.
NHTSA complaint #11278823 — an unverified report by a vehicle owner.
at 2,500 milesLawpell, LA
SEAT BELTS
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2016 POLARIS SLINGSHOT. WHILE THE CONTACT WAS ATTEMPTING TO EXIT THE VEHICLE, THE RESERVOIR SEAT BELT LATCH FAILED TO RELEASE. THE FAILURE OCCURRED WITHOUT WARNING. A BYSTANDER ASSISTED AND CUT THE CONTACT OUT OF THE SEAT BELT WITH SCISSORS. THE CONTACT SPRAYED THE BASE OF THE SEAT BELT WITH LUBRICATION BEFORE DRIVING. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO LOEWER POWERSPORTS & EQUIPMENT (5909 COLISEUM BLVD, ALEXANDRIA, LA 71303, (318) 487-9495) WHERE IT WAS DIAGNOSED THAT THE RESERVOIR SEAT BELT LATCH WAS PREVIOUSLY REPLACED. THE MOTORCYCLE WAS NOT REPAIRED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOT MADE AWARE OF THE FAILURE. THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS APPROXIMATELY 2,500. THE VIN WAS UNKNOWN.
NHTSA complaint #11257332 — an unverified report by a vehicle owner.
at 1,800 milesHarriman, TN
STRUCTURE:BODY
2 LARGE REAR METAL ANGLE REFLECTORS ATTACHED WITH DOUBLE SIDED TAPE 1 DETACHED FROM BODY THANKFULLY WHILE SITTING AT A RED LIGHT. METAL ANGLES ARE NOT SECURED TO FRAME ADEQUATELY. COULD CAUSE DANGER TO MOTORIST BEHIND VEHICLE.
NHTSA complaint #11228727 — an unverified report by a vehicle owner.
at 4,335 milesNewport News, VA
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
DURING NORMAL DRIVING ON THE HIGHWAY DAY/NIGHT, THE POLARIS SLINGSHOT ELECTRICAL SYSTEM WOULD FAIL AND LOST OF ALL LIGHTING VISIBILITY FOR MYSELF AND OTHERS DRIVING BEHIND ME WOULD RANDOMLY HAPPEN MAKING ME A SAFETY HAZARD ON THE ROAD. THE REAR WIRING HARNESS FUSE BOX BURNS OUT RANDOMLY GETTING VERY HOT AND SPARKING WHILE DRIVING AND BURNING OUT THE PLASTIC ON THE FUSE BOX.
NHTSA complaint #11204082 — an unverified report by a vehicle owner.
at 5,900 milesMickleton, NJCrash
VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2016 POLARIS SLINGSHOT. WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 65 MPH, THE THROTTLE LOST POWER. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO DHY MOTORSPORTS (1300 CLEMENTS BRIDGE RD, TOWNSHIP, NJ 08096, 856-848-8500) WHERE IT WAS DIAGNOSED THAT A PIN IN THE HARNESS WAS NOT CONNECTING TO THE THROTTLE, WHICH CAUSED THE THROTTLE FAILURE. THE VEHICLE WAS REPAIRED. A COUPLE OF DAYS LATER, WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 65 MPH, THE BRAKES FAILED AND THE VEHICLE STRUCK A DEER. THE FRONT END OF THE SLINGSHOT WAS SMASHED. THE VEHICLE WAS TOWED TO THE CONTACT'S RESIDENCE. A POLICE REPORT WAS NOT FILED AND NO INJURIES WERE REPORTED. THE CONTACT CALLED THE DEALER BACK AND WAS INFORMED TO CALL THE MANUFACTURER. THE MANUFACTURER WAS MADE AWARE OF THE FAILURE AND INFORMED THE CONTACT THAT THE FAILURE WOULD BE INVESTIGATED AND POSSIBLY REPAIRED, IF THE INSURANCE COMPANY WAS NOT NOTIFIED. THE FAILURE WAS NOT REPAIRED. THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS APPROXIMATELY 5,900.
NHTSA complaint #11104670 — an unverified report by a vehicle owner.
at 5,900 milesMickleton, NJCrash
SERVICE BRAKES
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2016 POLARIS SLINGSHOT. WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 65 MPH, THE THROTTLE LOST POWER. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO DHY MOTORSPORTS (1300 CLEMENTS BRIDGE RD, TOWNSHIP, NJ 08096, 856-848-8500) WHERE IT WAS DIAGNOSED THAT A PIN IN THE HARNESS WAS NOT CONNECTING TO THE THROTTLE, WHICH CAUSED THE THROTTLE FAILURE. THE VEHICLE WAS REPAIRED. A COUPLE OF DAYS LATER, WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 65 MPH, THE BRAKES FAILED AND THE VEHICLE STRUCK A DEER. THE FRONT END OF THE SLINGSHOT WAS SMASHED. THE VEHICLE WAS TOWED TO THE CONTACT'S RESIDENCE. A POLICE REPORT WAS NOT FILED AND NO INJURIES WERE REPORTED. THE CONTACT CALLED THE DEALER BACK AND WAS INFORMED TO CALL THE MANUFACTURER. THE MANUFACTURER WAS MADE AWARE OF THE FAILURE AND INFORMED THE CONTACT THAT THE FAILURE WOULD BE INVESTIGATED AND POSSIBLY REPAIRED, IF THE INSURANCE COMPANY WAS NOT NOTIFIED. THE FAILURE WAS NOT REPAIRED. THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS APPROXIMATELY 5,900.
NHTSA complaint #11104670 — an unverified report by a vehicle owner.
at 103,000 milesPhiladelphia, PA
STRUCTURE
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2016 POLARIS SLINGSHOT. WHILE DRIVING VARIOUS SPEEDS, THE HEAT FROM THE MUFFLER AND ENGINE ENTERED THE CABIN OF THE VEHICLE. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO AN UNKNOWN DEALER IN PHILADELPHIA, PA, BUT WAS NOT DIAGNOSED OR REPAIRED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOT NOTIFIED OF THE FAILURE. THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 103,000.
NHTSA complaint #11099824 — an unverified report by a vehicle owner.
at 103,000 milesPhiladelphia, PA
ENGINE
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2016 POLARIS SLINGSHOT. WHILE DRIVING VARIOUS SPEEDS, THE HEAT FROM THE MUFFLER AND ENGINE ENTERED THE CABIN OF THE VEHICLE. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO AN UNKNOWN DEALER IN PHILADELPHIA, PA, BUT WAS NOT DIAGNOSED OR REPAIRED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOT NOTIFIED OF THE FAILURE. THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 103,000.
NHTSA complaint #11099824 — an unverified report by a vehicle owner.
at 10,407 milesBosie, ID
POWER TRAIN
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2016 POLARIS SLINGSHOT. WHEN THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN IN FOR ROUTINE MAINTENANCE, THE TECHNICIAN STATED THAT THE UNIVERSAL COUPLING WAS LOOSE. THE YOKE NEEDED REPLACEMENT AS METAL FLAKES WERE IN THE GEAR BOX. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE INDEPENDENT MECHANIC WAS ABLE TO TIGHTEN THE BRACKETS, BUT THE BOLTS FRACTURED. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE YORK, UNIVERSAL COUPLING, AND GEAR BOX WERE NOT REPAIRED. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT TAKEN TO A POLARIS DEALER AS THE LOCAL DEALER WAS SOLD. THE CLOSET DEALER WAS ALMOST 300 MILES AWAY. THE MANUFACTURER WAS MADE AWARE OF THE FAILURE AND A CASE WAS OPENED. THE CONTACT WAS INFORMED TO TAKE THE VEHICLE TO A POLARIS DEALER FOR REPAIRS BECAUSE THE MANUFACTURER WOULD NOT SEND PARTS TO A NON-AUTHORIZED POLARIS DEALER. THE CONTACT MENTIONED THAT THE WARRANTY WOULD EXPIRE IN FEBRUARY OF 2018. THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 10,407. *TT
NHTSA complaint #11058602 — an unverified report by a vehicle owner.
at 10,407 milesBosie, ID
SUSPENSION
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2016 POLARIS SLINGSHOT. WHEN THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN IN FOR ROUTINE MAINTENANCE, THE TECHNICIAN STATED THAT THE UNIVERSAL COUPLING WAS LOOSE. THE YOKE NEEDED REPLACEMENT AS METAL FLAKES WERE IN THE GEAR BOX. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE INDEPENDENT MECHANIC WAS ABLE TO TIGHTEN THE BRACKETS, BUT THE BOLTS FRACTURED. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE YORK, UNIVERSAL COUPLING, AND GEAR BOX WERE NOT REPAIRED. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT TAKEN TO A POLARIS DEALER AS THE LOCAL DEALER WAS SOLD. THE CLOSET DEALER WAS ALMOST 300 MILES AWAY. THE MANUFACTURER WAS MADE AWARE OF THE FAILURE AND A CASE WAS OPENED. THE CONTACT WAS INFORMED TO TAKE THE VEHICLE TO A POLARIS DEALER FOR REPAIRS BECAUSE THE MANUFACTURER WOULD NOT SEND PARTS TO A NON-AUTHORIZED POLARIS DEALER. THE CONTACT MENTIONED THAT THE WARRANTY WOULD EXPIRE IN FEBRUARY OF 2018. THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 10,407. *TT
NHTSA complaint #11058602 — an unverified report by a vehicle owner.
at 2,000 milesLincoln, DE
UNKNOWN OR OTHER
VEHICLE HAS AN "ESP" WARNING LIGHT ON DASH. VEHICLE HAS BEEN DISPLAYING THIS "ESP" WARNING LIGHT AT VARIOUS TIMES AND UNDER VARIOUS CONDITIONS SINCE APRIL 25, 2017. "ESP" WARNING LIGHT WILL SOMETIMES RESET AND GO OUT AFTER A RESTART AND AT OTHER TIMES WHILE DRIVING. "ESP" WARNING LIGHT WILL COME ON FOR NO APPARENT REASON. NORMAL 40 MPH DRIVING ON STRAIGHT ROADS OR BACKING OUT OF THE GARAGE. IT IS UNKNOWN WHETHER THERE IS AN ISSUE WITH ANYTHING THIS "ESP" WARNING LIGHT IS CONTROLLED FROM. LOCAL DEALER HAS INSPECTED THE VEHICLE WITH THE "ESP" WARNING LIGHT ON AND COULD NOT FIND A REASON FOR THE LIGHT TO ACTIVATED. NO REPAIRS WERE EFFECTED THAT WOULD PREVENT THIS "ESP" WARNING LIGHT FROM RETURNING.
NHTSA complaint #11047103 — an unverified report by a vehicle owner.
Simi Valley, CA
SEAT BELTS
THERE ARE SEVERAL SAFETY RELATED RECALLS! AFTER A 35 MINUTE CONVERSATION ON THE PHONE, I AM HIGHLY INSULTED AND IRRITATED AT YOUR POOR CUSTOMER SERVICE. I CAN NO LONGER ENJOY MY SLINGSHOT AND I FULLY INTEND TO REMEDY THIS LEGALLY IF YOU CHOSE TO SHRUG YOUR SHOULDERS LIKE THE REST OF YOUR CUSTOMER SERVICE REPRESENTATIVES.
NHTSA complaint #11032121 — an unverified report by a vehicle owner.
Simi Valley, CA
STEERING
THERE ARE SEVERAL SAFETY RELATED RECALLS! AFTER A 35 MINUTE CONVERSATION ON THE PHONE, I AM HIGHLY INSULTED AND IRRITATED AT YOUR POOR CUSTOMER SERVICE. I CAN NO LONGER ENJOY MY SLINGSHOT AND I FULLY INTEND TO REMEDY THIS LEGALLY IF YOU CHOSE TO SHRUG YOUR SHOULDERS LIKE THE REST OF YOUR CUSTOMER SERVICE REPRESENTATIVES.
NHTSA complaint #11032121 — an unverified report by a vehicle owner.
Simi Valley, CA
UNKNOWN OR OTHER
THERE ARE SEVERAL SAFETY RELATED RECALLS! AFTER A 35 MINUTE CONVERSATION ON THE PHONE, I AM HIGHLY INSULTED AND IRRITATED AT YOUR POOR CUSTOMER SERVICE. I CAN NO LONGER ENJOY MY SLINGSHOT AND I FULLY INTEND TO REMEDY THIS LEGALLY IF YOU CHOSE TO SHRUG YOUR SHOULDERS LIKE THE REST OF YOUR CUSTOMER SERVICE REPRESENTATIVES.
NHTSA complaint #11032121 — an unverified report by a vehicle owner.
at 1,500 milesMiami, FLCrash1 injured
STEERING
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2016 PORALIS SLINGSHOT. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE MAKING A RIGHT TURN AND THE STEERING WHEEL SUDDENLY MALFUNCTIONED AND SEIZED CAUSING THE DRIVER TO LOOSE CONTROL AND CRASH INTO A SECOND VEHICLE. DURING THE INCIDENT, THE CONTACT SUSTAINED AN INJURED HIP THAT DID NOT REQUIRE MEDICAL ATTENTION. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO THE DEALER (DEALER INFORMATION WAS UNAVAILABLE) WHO DIAGNOSED THAT THE SWING ARM WAS FAULTY. THE SWING ARM WAS REPLACED BUT THE FAILURE CONTINUED TO OCCUR. IN ADDITION, THE BRAKE LIGHT REMAINED ILLUMINATED AT ALL TIMES WHILE OPERATING THE VEHICLE. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOTIFIED OF THE FAILURE. THE VIN WAS NOT AVAILABLE. THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 1,500.
NHTSA complaint #11012388 — an unverified report by a vehicle owner.
at 1,500 milesMiami, FLCrash1 injured
SERVICE BRAKES
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2016 PORALIS SLINGSHOT. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE MAKING A RIGHT TURN AND THE STEERING WHEEL SUDDENLY MALFUNCTIONED AND SEIZED CAUSING THE DRIVER TO LOOSE CONTROL AND CRASH INTO A SECOND VEHICLE. DURING THE INCIDENT, THE CONTACT SUSTAINED AN INJURED HIP THAT DID NOT REQUIRE MEDICAL ATTENTION. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO THE DEALER (DEALER INFORMATION WAS UNAVAILABLE) WHO DIAGNOSED THAT THE SWING ARM WAS FAULTY. THE SWING ARM WAS REPLACED BUT THE FAILURE CONTINUED TO OCCUR. IN ADDITION, THE BRAKE LIGHT REMAINED ILLUMINATED AT ALL TIMES WHILE OPERATING THE VEHICLE. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOTIFIED OF THE FAILURE. THE VIN WAS NOT AVAILABLE. THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 1,500.
NHTSA complaint #11012388 — an unverified report by a vehicle owner.
Wicklisse, OH
POWER TRAIN
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2016 POLARIS SLINGSHOT. THE CONTACT RECEIVED A RECALL NOTIFICATION FOR NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 16V755000 (POWER TRAIN); HOWEVER, THE PARTS TO DO THE REPAIR WERE UNAVAILABLE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE MANUFACTURER EXCEEDED A REASONABLE AMOUNT OF TIME FOR THE RECALL REPAIR. THE DEALER CONFIRMED THAT THE PARTS WERE NOT AVAILABLE FOR THE RECALL REMEDY. THE MANUFACTURER DID NOT KNOW WHEN THE PARTS WOULD BE AVAILABLE. THE CONTACT HAD NOT EXPERIENCED A FAILURE. VIN TOOL CONFIRMS PARTS NOT AVAILABLE. PARTS DISTRIBUTION DISCONNECT.
NHTSA complaint #10985693 — an unverified report by a vehicle owner.
Port Matilda, PA
POWER TRAIN
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2016 POLARIS SLINGSHOT. THE CONTACT RECEIVED NOTIFICATION OF NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 16V754000 (FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE) AND 16V755000 (POWER TRAIN); HOWEVER, THE PART FOR THE RECALL REPAIR WAS UNAVAILABLE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE MANUFACTURER EXCEEDED A REASONABLE AMOUNT OF TIME FOR THE RECALL REPAIR. THE VIN WAS INVALID. THE CONTACT HAD NOT EXPERIENCED A FAILURE. THE MANUFACTURER WAS MADE AWARE OF THE ISSUE. PARTS DISTRIBUTION DISCONNECT.
NHTSA complaint #10958488 — an unverified report by a vehicle owner.
Port Matilda, PA
FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2016 POLARIS SLINGSHOT. THE CONTACT RECEIVED NOTIFICATION OF NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 16V754000 (FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE) AND 16V755000 (POWER TRAIN); HOWEVER, THE PART FOR THE RECALL REPAIR WAS UNAVAILABLE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE MANUFACTURER EXCEEDED A REASONABLE AMOUNT OF TIME FOR THE RECALL REPAIR. THE VIN WAS INVALID. THE CONTACT HAD NOT EXPERIENCED A FAILURE. THE MANUFACTURER WAS MADE AWARE OF THE ISSUE. PARTS DISTRIBUTION DISCONNECT.
NHTSA complaint #10958488 — an unverified report by a vehicle owner.
at 5,000 milesDefuniak Springs, FL
STEERING
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2016 POLARIS SLINGSHOT. WHILE DRIVING, THE STEERING WAS UNSTABLE AND WOULD PULL FROM LEFT TO RIGHT. ALSO, THE VEHICLE WOULD NOT RESTART AFTER DRIVING. ADDITIONALLY THE CONTACT HAD TO PUMP THE BRAKE PEDAL TO MAKE THE VEHICLE STOP. THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 5,000. UPDATED 05/02/17*LJ
NHTSA complaint #10958033 — an unverified report by a vehicle owner.
at 5,000 milesDefuniak Springs, FL
SERVICE BRAKES
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2016 POLARIS SLINGSHOT. WHILE DRIVING, THE STEERING WAS UNSTABLE AND WOULD PULL FROM LEFT TO RIGHT. ALSO, THE VEHICLE WOULD NOT RESTART AFTER DRIVING. ADDITIONALLY THE CONTACT HAD TO PUMP THE BRAKE PEDAL TO MAKE THE VEHICLE STOP. THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 5,000. UPDATED 05/02/17*LJ
NHTSA complaint #10958033 — an unverified report by a vehicle owner.