2023 Polaris Slingshot Problems, Complaints & Recalls
- Compared with other Slingshot years
- Not enough data 8th of 9 for complaints
- Safety recalls
- 2 recalls: check your VIN
- NHTSA crash rating
- Not rated
Owners have filed 1 complaint with NHTSA about the 2023 Polaris Slingshot. That ranks 8th out of 9 Slingshot model years for complaints. The most reported problem area is air bags (1 complaints, 100%). Complaints mention 1 crash. There are 2 safety recalls covering this model year.
- 1owner complaints
- 2safety recalls
- 0NHTSA investigations
- 1complaints mentioning a crash
Complaints are unverified owner reports and are not adjusted for sales volume.
Most common 2023 Polaris Slingshot problems
Complaints grouped by the part of the car owners reported, with the median mileage when the problem happened.
| Problem area | Complaints | Share | Median miles | Owners mention most | Typical repair cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Air Bags | 1 | 100% | — | — | — |
| Seat Belts | 1 | 100% | — | — | — |
| Seats | 1 | 100% | — | — | — |
One complaint can list several problem areas, so shares can add up to more than 100%.
2023 Polaris Slingshot recalls (2)
Tap a recall to see the problem, the risk and the fix.
Back over prevention:display function
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/regulator
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.
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Other Polaris Slingshot years
| Year | Complaints | Recalls |
|---|---|---|
| 2023 | 1 | 2 |
| 2022 Slingshot | 7 | 0 |
| 2021 Slingshot | 2 | 1 |
| 2020 Slingshot | 1 | 1 |
| 2019 Slingshot | 4 | 4 |
| 2018 Slingshot | 4 | 5 |
| 2017 Slingshot | 10 | 9 |
| 2016 Slingshot | 25 | 8 |
| 2015 Slingshot | 36 | 9 |
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Frequently asked questions
What are the most common problems with the 2023 Polaris Slingshot?
Owners most often report air bags, seat belts, seats problems. The top one, air bags, accounts for 1 complaint.
Was there a recall on the 2023 Polaris Slingshot?
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 a good year?
Complaint data can't fully answer that, because counts aren't adjusted for sales. Compared with other Slingshot model years, the 2023 has too little data to compare. Always get a pre-purchase inspection and check the VIN for open recalls.