Recall 18V195 affects 24,235 2015-2018 Polaris Slingshot motorcycles for faulty seat-belt brackets and seat-slider latches. Repair is free at any franchised Polaris dealer.
Polaris is recalling 24,235 2015-2018 Slingshot motorcycles because of improperly welded seat belt and seat back anchoring brackets, and because the driver's seat slider can fail to latch. If the seat or belt hardware separates, injury risk rises in a crash, and a moving driver's seat can cause loss of control; Polaris dealers will complete the free repair.
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What's wrong?
The seats and seat belts in 2015-2018 Polaris Slingshot motorcycles are part of the occupant restraint system. The seat base holds the seat in place, the seat back supports the occupant, and the seat belt anchoring bracket gives the belt a fixed point to hold against in a crash. The driver seat slider is also supposed to latch securely after adjustment.
On affected Slingshot motorcycles, the driver-seat and passenger-seat belt and seat back anchoring brackets were improperly welded. The seat assembly also has differences that prevent the driver seat slider from latching the way it should. When the bracket or slider does not hold, the seat, seat back, or belt anchor loses the fixed position the restraint system depends on.
The warning sign is a seat or seat back that feels loose or shifts while riding. The driver seat can also move unexpectedly after it has been adjusted.
Who's affected?
Spans the 2015, 2016, 2017, and 2018 Slingshot, with seat assembly and seat belt components listed for each model year.
| 2015 Polaris Slingshot | seat assembly |
|---|---|
| 2015 Polaris Slingshot | seat belt |
| 2016 Polaris Slingshot | seat assembly |
| 2016 Polaris Slingshot | seat belt |
| 2017 Polaris Slingshot | seat assembly |
| 2017 Polaris Slingshot | seat belt |
| 2018 Polaris Slingshot | seat assembly |
| 2018 Polaris Slingshot | seat belt |
| Units affected | 24,235 |
| Field incidents | NHTSA has logged no field incidents to date. |
A matching year and model does not confirm inclusion. Check your VIN to confirm whether this recall applies to your specific vehicle.
What's the safety risk?
If the seat belt buckle or seat back separates from the seat base, injury risk rises in a crash. An unexpectedly moving driver's seat can cause loss of motorcycle control and increase crash risk. Treat a loose or shifting seat or seat back as a warning sign. Repair is free at any franchised Polaris dealer.
What should I do?
- Check your VIN to confirm your 2015-2018 Polaris Slingshot is included in this recall.
- Contact a franchised Polaris dealer to schedule the free seat belt bracket, seat back weld, and seat slider inspection.
- Schedule the seat-base replacement if the welds are missing or incomplete, or if the driver's seat slider does not latch properly.
- Bring the recall notice if you have it. If not, reference recall number 18V195 when you call.
- Drive cautiously until the repair is complete, and stop using the Slingshot if the driver's seat shifts or fails to latch.
What happens at the repair
At the dealer, a Polaris technician inspects the seat belt anchoring bracket, the seat back welds, and the seat slider latching function. If a weld is missing or incomplete, or if the slider does not latch correctly, the dealer replaces the affected seat bases. Parts and labor are covered under the recall. The inspection focuses on both seat anchoring and slider operation because either problem can let the seat move when it should stay locked.
Timeline
| March 26, 2018 | NHTSA published the recall |
|---|---|
| March 27, 2018 | Dealer notification began |
| April 16, 2018 | Owner notification mailed |
| April 16, 2018 | VIN-searchable in NHTSA's database — Check your VIN to see whether this recall applies to your specific vehicle. |
| April 16, 2018 | Interim owner notification (was planned for this date) |
| March 27, 2019 | Dealer notification ended |
Frequently asked questions
What is recall 18V195?
Recall 18V195 covers 24,235 2015-2018 Polaris Slingshot motorcycles with seat belt bracket and seat back weld issues, plus a seat slider latch problem that can let the driver's seat move unexpectedly. Polaris dealers will inspect the seat bases and replace defective bases for free.
What should I do if my 2015-2018 Polaris Slingshot is on this recall?
Check your VIN to confirm your specific Slingshot is included in recall 18V195. If it is, contact a franchised Polaris dealer to schedule the seat belt bracket, seat back weld, and seat slider inspection. Reference Polaris recall T-18-01 when you call.
Is the recall repair free?
Yes. Federal recall law requires the defect repair at no cost, and Polaris says dealers will replace the seat bases free of charge if the weld is missing or incomplete, or if the seat slider does not latch properly.
What is the safety risk in recall 18V195?
The safety risk is higher injury risk in a crash if the seat belt buckle or seat back detaches from the seat base. The driver's seat also can move unexpectedly, which can cause loss of control and increase crash risk.
What if I bought my Polaris Slingshot used?
The free recall repair still applies. Federal recall law follows the vehicle, not the first owner. Check your VIN to confirm whether your specific Slingshot is included, then call a franchised Polaris dealer and reference recall 18V195 or Polaris recall T-18-01.
More information
| NHTSA campaign page | nhtsa.gov/vehicle-recalls/18V195000 |
|---|---|
| Polaris customer service | 1-855-863-2284 |
| NHTSA recall # | 18V195 |
| NHTSA recall # (full) | 18V195000 |
Source documents
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Download Misc. Document (PDF) - Download Recall Document (PDF) (PDF)
- Download Recall Investigation Document (PDF) (PDF)
- Download Owner Notification Letter (PDF)
- Download Owner Notice (PDF)
- Download Recall Report (PDF)
- Download Quarterly Report (PDF)
- Download Recall Acknowledgement (PDF)
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