NHTSA vehicle safety data
2021 Polaris Slingshot R
The 2021 Polaris Slingshot R has 1 NHTSA recall and 2 owner complaints on record — every open recall is repaired free at an authorized Polaris dealer.
Complete safety data for the 2021 Polaris Slingshot R. Data pulled live from api.nhtsa.gov.
BACK OVER PREVENTION:DISPLAY FUNCTION
NHTSA #23V466000Reported July 3, 2023 · Polaris Industries Inc.
Defect description
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."
Safety consequence
The loss of the rearview camera image while in reverse can reduce the driver's rear visibility, increasing the risk of a crash.
Free manufacturer remedy
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.
Notes
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.nhtsa.gov.