Polaris Slingshot R Problems by Year

Source: NHTSA · Updated Mar 11, 2026 · 3 owner complaints analyzed

NHTSA has 3 owner complaints and 2 safety recalls on file for the Polaris Slingshot R, across 3 model years (2020–2022). The 2021 model year has the most complaints (2). The most reported problem area overall is electrical system.

Peak: 2021, with 2 complaints
2020: 1202012021: 2202122022: 020220

n = 3 complaints · Source: NHTSA

Polaris Slingshot R years to avoid? What the complaint data shows

No Slingshot R model year stands out with more than twice the complaints of a typical year.

Model years with the most complaints

  1. 2021 Slingshot R: 2 complaints, 1 recall
  2. 2020 Slingshot R: 1 complaint, 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 R problems (all years)

Problem areaComplaintsModel yearsCrashes
Electrical System220
Power Train210
Service Brakes210
Engine110
Fuel/propulsion System110

All Polaris Slingshot R model years

Model yearComplaintsRecallsCrash ratingTop problemCompared with other years
2022 Slingshot R02——
2021 Slingshot R21—Power Train
2020 Slingshot R11—Electrical System

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Frequently asked questions

Which Polaris Slingshot R years should you stay away from?

No year stands out at twice the typical count; the most complaints are for 2021 (2), 2020 (1). 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 R?

Electrical System, with 2 complaints across 2 model years.

How many recalls does the Polaris Slingshot R have?

2 safety recalls across all model years. Each model year page lists its recalls and fixes.