Recall 15V022 affects 1,896 2015 Polaris Slingshot motorcycles for a steering rack bearing defect. Do not drive. Free repair at any franchised Polaris dealer.
If the steering pinion gear disengages from the steering rack, the driver can lose steering control, which increases crash risk. There is no warning sign before failure. Do not drive, even for short trips. Ask Polaris about towing if the vehicle must move. Repair is free at any franchised Polaris dealer.
Polaris is recalling 1,896 2015 Slingshot motorcycles under recall 15V022 because the upper pinion bearing can fail in the steering rack assembly, letting the pinion gear disengage from the rack. Do not drive the motorcycle until a Polaris dealer completes the free repair, because disengagement can lead to loss of steering control and increase crash risk.
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What's wrong?
The steering rack on a 2015 Polaris Slingshot turns steering-wheel input into movement at the front wheels. Inside that assembly, the pinion gear meshes with the rack and pushes it left or right as you steer. The upper pinion bearing supports that gear so it stays aligned under load.
On affected Slingshot motorcycles, the bearing elements in that upper pinion bearing were not heat treated correctly. Heat treating hardens the metal so it can survive steering loads. When the bearing cannot handle the high loads of slow-speed steering, it can fail. If it fails, the pinion gear can disengage from the steering rack, and steering control is lost.
Polaris did not identify a warning sign before failure. One inspected Slingshot had abnormal steering noise, but the NHTSA filing does not give owners a reliable symptom to watch for. There is no warning sign before failure.
Who's affected?
| 2015 Polaris Slingshot | steering system |
|---|---|
| Units affected | 1,896 |
| Field incidents | NHTSA has logged 3 field incidents to date. |
Not every 2015 Polaris Slingshot is on the list. Check your VIN to confirm whether your specific vehicle is included.
What's the safety risk?
If the steering pinion gear disengages from the steering rack, the driver can lose steering control, which increases crash risk. There is no warning sign before failure. Do not drive, even for short trips. Ask Polaris about towing if the vehicle must move. Repair is free at any franchised Polaris dealer.
What should I do?
- Check your VIN to confirm your 2015 Polaris Slingshot is included in this recall.
- Do not drive the vehicle until the steering-rack assembly replacement is complete.
- Arrange a tow if the vehicle must be moved to the dealer; do not drive it there yourself.
- Contact a franchised Polaris dealer to schedule the free steering-rack assembly replacement that fixes the upper pinion bearing failure.
- Bring the recall notice if Polaris mailed one. If not, reference recall number 15V022 when you call.
- Call Polaris customer service at 1-855-863-2284 with questions and ask about Polaris recall SLI-15-02.
What happens at the repair
At the dealer, a Polaris technician replaces the steering rack assembly covered by recall 15V022. The replacement parts and labor are free under the recall. If you already paid out of pocket for this steering rack repair before you received the recall letter, Polaris offers a reimbursement path for the related cost. Keep your repair invoice and payment documentation, then contact your Polaris dealer or Polaris Consumer Service Department for reimbursement instructions.
| Reimbursement | Reimbursement available |
|---|
Timeline
| January 21, 2015 | NHTSA published the recall |
|---|---|
| January 22, 2015 | Dealer notification began |
| January 22, 2015 | Dealer notification ended |
| January 26, 2015 | Interim owner notification (was planned for this date) |
| January 30, 2015 | Owner notification mailed |
Frequently asked questions
What is recall 15V022?
Recall 15V022 covers 1,896 2015 Polaris Slingshot vehicles with a steering rack defect. The upper pinion bearing can fail, letting the pinion gear disengage from the steering rack and causing loss of steering control. Do not drive until a Polaris dealer completes the free repair.
What should I do if my 2015 Polaris Slingshot is on this recall?
Check your VIN to confirm your specific Slingshot is included in recall 15V022. If it is, do not drive it. Contact a franchised Polaris dealer and reference recall 15V022 or Polaris recall SLI 15 02. The dealer will replace the steering rack assembly for free.
Is the recall repair free?
Yes. Federal recall law requires the manufacturer to repair the defect at no cost, and Polaris dealers will replace the steering rack assembly free of charge. Polaris began this recall repair on January 30, 2015.
Is it safe to drive my 2015 Polaris Slingshot before the repair?
No. Do not drive the vehicle until the steering rack assembly has been replaced. The defect can let the steering pinion gear disengage from the steering rack, causing loss of steering control and increasing crash risk.
What if I bought my Polaris Slingshot used?
The free recall repair still applies. Recall coverage follows the vehicle, not the first owner. Check your VIN to confirm whether your Slingshot is included, then contact a franchised Polaris dealer and reference recall 15V022 when you schedule the repair.
More information
| NHTSA campaign page | nhtsa.gov/vehicle-recalls/15V022000 |
|---|---|
| Polaris customer service | 1-855-863-2284 |
| NHTSA recall # | 15V022 |
| NHTSA recall # (full) | 15V022000 |
Source documents
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Download Recall Document (PDF) (PDF) - Download Owner Notification Letter (PDF)
- Download Owner Notice (PDF)
- Download Recall Report (PDF)
- Download Quarterly Report (PDF)
- Download Recall Acknowledgement (PDF)
This article is generated from NHTSA's primary recall filings and reviewed against the source on June 1, 2026. RecallNotify does not paraphrase NHTSA's consequence language; that text is reproduced as written above. Editorial standards →