2017-2018 Polaris SLINGSHOT - Service Brakes, Hydraulic recall
NHTSA campaign: 18V321000
4,342 vehicles potentially affected
- Model years
- 2017-2018
- Makes
- Polaris
- Manufacturer
- Polaris Industries, Inc.
- Component
- SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:PEDALS AND LINKAGES
- Potential units affected
- 4,342 (NHTSA estimate of the at-risk population)
- Reported
- 2018-05-16
Affected vehicles
- 2018 Polaris SLINGSHOT
- 2017 Polaris SLINGSHOT
What’s the problem?
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.
What could happen?
If the brake pedal separates from the brake master cylinder, it would cause a loss of braking ability, increasing the risk of a crash.
What’s the fix?
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.