2023 Polaris Slingshot S Problems, Complaints & Recalls

Source: NHTSA · Updated Jan 8, 2025 · 1 owner complaints analyzed

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Owners have filed 1 complaint with NHTSA about the 2023 Polaris Slingshot S. That is the most of any Slingshot S model year in the database (3 years). The most reported problem area is power train (1 complaints, 100%), typically at around 75,000 miles. There are 2 safety recalls covering this model year.

Complaints are unverified owner reports and are not adjusted for sales volume.

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Most common 2023 Polaris Slingshot S problems

Complaints grouped by the part of the car owners reported, with the median mileage when the problem happened.

Power Train1 · ~75,000 mi
Problem areaComplaintsShareMedian milesOwners mention mostTypical repair cost
Power Train1100%75,000——

One complaint can list several problem areas, so shares can add up to more than 100%.

2023 Polaris Slingshot S recalls (2)

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Back over prevention:display functionJul 3, 2023 · NHTSA campaign 23V466000 · 22,218 vehicles

Problem: Polaris Industries Inc. (Polaris) is recalling certain 2020 Slingshot GT, 2021-2023 Slingshot S, Slingshot S Tech, 2020-2023 Slingshot R, Slingshot SL, and 2022-2023 Slingshot SLR vehicles updated with Ride Command Software. After shifting out of reverse, the rearview camera image may freeze and display a blank screen if shifted into reverse again. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 111, "Rear Visibility."

Risk: The loss of the rearview camera image while in reverse can reduce the driver's rear visibility, increasing the risk of a crash.

Fix: Dealers will update the Ride Command software. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed July 28, 2023. Owners may contact Polaris' customer service at 1-855-863-2284. Polaris' number for this recall is T-23-03.

Electrical system:alternator/generator/regulatorFeb 20, 2023 · NHTSA campaign 23V106000 · 163 vehicles

Problem: Polaris Inc. (Polaris) is recalling certain 2022-2023 Slingshot R, Slingshot S with Technology Package 1, Slingshot SL, Slingshot SLR, and Slingshot S motorcycles. The alternator may have been improperly heat-treated during manufacturing.

Risk: An improperly heat-treated alternator may crack and separate during operation, increasing the risk of a fire.

Fix: Dealers will replace the alternator, free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed March 8, 2023. Owners may contact Polaris' customer service at 1-855-863-2284. Polaris' number for this recall is T-23-01.

To see whether a specific car still has an open recall, enter its VIN on NHTSA's official recall lookup. You can also decode a VIN here.

Recent owner reports

Short excerpts of the latest complaints filed with NHTSA, with personal details removed. Full reports can be searched on NHTSA.gov.

The contact owns a 2023 Polaris Slingshot S. The contact stated that after the vehicle was parked and unoccupied, the vehicle independently rolled forward causing the front of the vehicle to crash into the rear end of another unoccupied parked vehicle twice in the same day. No injuries were…

Power Train · received Jan 8, 2025 · NHTSA complaint 11634851

Other Polaris Slingshot S years

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YearComplaintsRecalls
202312
2022 Slingshot S02
2021 Slingshot S11

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Frequently asked questions

What are the most common problems with the 2023 Polaris Slingshot S?

Owners most often report power train problems. The top one, power train, accounts for 1 complaint.

Was there a recall on the 2023 Polaris Slingshot S?

Yes, 2 safety recalls. Enter your VIN at NHTSA.gov to check whether the repairs were done on your car.

Was the 2023 Polaris Slingshot S a good year?

Complaint data can't fully answer that, because counts aren't adjusted for sales. Compared with other Slingshot S model years, the 2023 has too little data to compare. Always get a pre-purchase inspection and check the VIN for open recalls.