Recall 19V185 affects 3,311 2018-2019 Polaris Slingshot motorcycles for seat weld and slider-latch defects. Repair is free at any franchised Polaris dealer.
Polaris is recalling 3,311 2018-2019 Slingshot motorcycles because seat belt and seat back anchoring brackets were improperly welded, and the driver's seat slider can fail to latch. A detached buckle or seat back raises injury risk in a crash, and an unexpected seat shift can cause loss of control; Polaris dealers will complete the free repair.
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What's wrong?
The seat belt and seat back anchoring bracket on the 2018-2019 Polaris Slingshot holds the seat belt hardware and seat back in place. The seat base and slider also let the driver's seat lock into position after adjustment. When these parts are assembled correctly, the seat stays fixed and the belt anchor stays tied to the seat structure.
On affected Slingshot motorcycles, the seat belt and seat back anchoring bracket was not welded correctly on some seat bases. The recall also covers seat assembly differences that prevent the driver's seat slider from latching the way it should. If the slider does not latch, the driver's seat can move unexpectedly while the vehicle is being used.
The warning sign is a seat back that feels loose or moves unexpectedly. Treat that movement as a sign that the seat base needs inspection, because affected bases are replaced with properly assembled and installed parts.
Who's affected?
Covers the same seat assembly and seat belt components across both listed model years.
| 2018 Polaris Slingshot | seat assembly |
|---|---|
| 2018 Polaris Slingshot | seat belt |
| 2019 Polaris Slingshot | seat assembly |
| 2019 Polaris Slingshot | seat belt |
| Units affected | 3,311 |
The year and model narrow the scope, but the VIN decides. Check your VIN to confirm whether your specific vehicle is included.
What's the safety risk?
If the seat belt buckle or seat back detaches from the seat base, injury risk rises in a crash. Unexpected driver seat movement can also make the driver lose control of the motorcycle and increase crash risk. Treat a loose or moving seat back as a reason to schedule service soon. Repair is free at any franchised Polaris dealer.
What should I do?
- Check your VIN to confirm your 2018-2019 Polaris Slingshot is included in this recall.
- Contact your nearest franchised Polaris dealer to schedule the free seat-base inspection and repair for the seat belt bracket, seat back welds, and seat slider latch.
- Bring the recall notice if Polaris mailed one. If not, reference recall number 19V185 and Polaris recall T-18-01 when you call.
- Drive cautiously until the inspection and repair are complete. Stop riding if the driver's seat does not latch securely or moves unexpectedly.
What happens at the repair
At the dealer, a Polaris technician inspects the seat belt bracket, the seat back welds, and the seat slider latch function. If a weld is missing or incomplete, or if the slider does not latch properly, the dealer replaces the seat bases. The recall repair is free, including parts and labor. If you already paid for this same repair before receiving the recall letter, contact Polaris Consumer Service about reimbursement for the documented repair cost.
| Reimbursement | Reimbursement available |
|---|
Timeline
| March 7, 2019 | NHTSA published the recall |
|---|---|
| March 7, 2019 | Dealer notification began |
| March 8, 2019 | Dealer notification ended |
| March 25, 2019 | Interim owner notification (was planned for this date) |
| April 11, 2019 | Owner notification mailed |
Frequently asked questions
What is recall 19V185?
Recall 19V185 covers 3,311 2018-2019 Polaris Slingshot motorcycles with seat-belt bracket, seat-back weld, and seat-slider latch defects. A failed bracket or moving driver seat can increase injury or crash risk. Polaris dealers inspect the seats and replace affected seat bases for free.
What should I do if my 2018-2019 Polaris Slingshot is on this recall?
Check your VIN to confirm your specific Slingshot is included in recall 19V185. If it is, contact a franchised Polaris dealer to schedule the seat-belt bracket, seat-back weld, and seat-slider inspection. Reference recall number 19V185 when you call. The repair is free.
Is the recall repair free?
Yes. Federal recall law requires manufacturers to repair safety defects at no cost. Polaris dealers will inspect the seat belt bracket, seat back welds, and seat slider latching function, then replace affected seat bases free of charge.
What is the safety risk?
The risk is loss of seat or restraint support during a crash, or unexpected driver-seat movement while riding. If the seat belt buckle or seat back detaches, injury risk increases in a crash. If the driver's seat moves unexpectedly, the driver can lose control.
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 specific Slingshot is included, then call a franchised Polaris dealer and reference recall 19V185.
More information
| NHTSA campaign page | nhtsa.gov/vehicle-recalls/19V185000 |
|---|---|
| Polaris customer service | 1-855-863-2284 |
| NHTSA recall # | 19V185 |
| NHTSA recall # (full) | 19V185000 |
Source documents
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Download Recall Report (PDF) - Download Misc. Document (PDF)
- Download Recall Investigation Document (PDF) (PDF)
- Download Owner Notification Letter (PDF)
- Download Owner Notice (PDF)
- Download Quarterly Report (PDF)
- Download Recall Acknowledgement (PDF)
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