Polaris Slingshot Problems by Year
NHTSA has 90 owner complaints and 18 safety recalls on file for the Polaris Slingshot, across 9 model years (2015–2023). The 2015 model year has the most complaints (36). The most reported problem area overall is power train.
Polaris Slingshot years to avoid? What the complaint data shows
These model years drew at least twice as many complaints as a typical Slingshot year: 2015, 2016, 2017. Look at what owners reported before buying one, and check the VIN for open recalls.
Model years with the most complaints
- 2015 Slingshot: 36 complaints, 9 recalls
- 2016 Slingshot: 25 complaints, 8 recalls
- 2017 Slingshot: 10 complaints, 9 recalls
Model years with the fewest complaints
- 2020 Slingshot: 1 complaint, 1 recall
- 2023 Slingshot: 1 complaint, 2 recalls
- 2021 Slingshot: 2 complaints, 1 recall
Complaint counts are not adjusted for how many cars were sold or how long each year has been on the road, so newer and less popular years naturally have fewer complaints. Use them to spot problem patterns, not as a safety ranking.
Most common Polaris Slingshot problems (all years)
| Problem area | Complaints | Model years | Crashes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Power Train | 19 | 4 | 0 |
| Service Brakes | 15 | 5 | 2 |
| Electrical System | 14 | 5 | 0 |
| Engine | 11 | 4 | 1 |
| Steering | 11 | 3 | 2 |
| Suspension | 11 | 3 | 0 |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 10 | 3 | 3 |
| Wheels | 9 | 5 | 1 |
| Fuel/propulsion System | 8 | 3 | 0 |
| Seat Belts | 8 | 5 | 3 |
| Seats | 5 | 4 | 1 |
| Structure | 4 | 2 | 1 |
| Air Bags | 2 | 2 | 2 |
| Electronic Stability Control (esc) | 2 | 2 | 0 |
| Exterior Lighting | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Fuel System, Gasoline | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Tires | 1 | 1 | 1 |
| Traction Control System | 1 | 1 | 0 |
All Polaris Slingshot model years
| Model year | Complaints | Recalls | Crash rating | Top problem | Compared with other years |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 Slingshot | 1 | 2 | — | Air Bags | |
| 2022 Slingshot | 7 | 0 | — | Power Train | |
| 2021 Slingshot | 2 | 1 | — | Engine | |
| 2020 Slingshot | 1 | 1 | — | Service Brakes | |
| 2019 Slingshot | 4 | 4 | — | Electrical System | |
| 2018 Slingshot | 4 | 5 | — | Electrical System | |
| 2017 Slingshot | 10 | 9 | — | Electrical System | Far more complaints than other years |
| 2016 Slingshot | 25 | 8 | — | Power Train | Far more complaints than other years |
| 2015 Slingshot | 36 | 9 | — | Engine | Far more complaints than other years |
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Frequently asked questions
Which Polaris Slingshot years should you stay away from?
By NHTSA complaints, 2015 (36), 2016 (25), 2017 (10) drew at least twice as many complaints as a typical Slingshot year. Counts are not adjusted for how many cars were sold, and newer years have had less time to collect complaints.
What is the biggest problem with the Polaris Slingshot?
Power Train, with 19 complaints across 4 model years.
How many recalls does the Polaris Slingshot have?
18 safety recalls across all model years. Each model year page lists its recalls and fixes.