2023 Polaris Slingshot SL Problems, Complaints & Recalls

Source: NHTSA · Updated Jul 5, 2023 · 1 owner complaints analyzed

Compared with other Slingshot SL years
Not enough data 1st of 4 for complaints
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Owners have filed 1 complaint with NHTSA about the 2023 Polaris Slingshot SL. That is the most of any Slingshot SL model year in the database (4 years). The most reported problem area is electrical system (1 complaints, 100%). 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 SL problems

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

Electrical System1
Service Brakes1
Unknown or Other1
Problem areaComplaintsShareMedian milesOwners mention mostTypical repair cost
Electrical System1100%———
Service Brakes1100%———
Unknown or Other1100%———

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

2023 Polaris Slingshot SL recalls (2)

Tap a recall to see the problem, the risk and the fix.

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 vehicle had approximately 300 miles after purchasing new. A master chassis fault/check engine light was illuminated. I was on my way to the dealership when suddenly a number of lights lit up on the dashboard and the vehicle decelerated on its own and went to no acceleration mode. I managed to…

Service Brakes · received Apr 16, 2023 · NHTSA complaint 11517266

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Frequently asked questions

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

Owners most often report electrical system, service brakes, unknown or other problems. The top one, electrical system, accounts for 1 complaint.

Was there a recall on the 2023 Polaris Slingshot SL?

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 SL a good year?

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