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Vehicle recall 18V531000 · August 15, 2018

2017-2019 Polaris Slingshot

In the event of a crash, the seatbelt retractor on the side opposite of the impact may separate, preventing the seatbelt from locking.

Source: NHTSA data as of September 22, 2026. Last refreshed Sep 23, 2026, 2:43 AM UTC.

Summary
Polaris Industries, Inc. (Polaris) is recalling certain 2017-2019 Polaris Slingshot S, Slingshot SL, Slingshot GT LE, and Slingshot SLR motorcycles. In the event of a crash, the seatbelt retractor on the side opposite of the impact may separate, preventing the seatbelt from locking.
Consequence
In the event of a crash, if the seat belt does not lock, the occupant may not be properly restrained, increasing their risk of injury.
Remedy
Polaris will notify owners, and dealers will install a kit that prevents the retractor from separating in the event of a crash, free of charge. The recall began August 28, 2018. Owners may contact Polaris customer service at 1-855-863-2284. Polaris' number for this recall is T-18-03.
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.safercar.gov.

Recall details

NHTSA campaign
18V531000
Reported to NHTSA
August 15, 2018
Filed by
Polaris Industries, Inc.
Manufacturer campaign
T-18-03
Owner notification
August 28, 2018
Vehicles potentially affected
10,658
Initiated by
NHTSA’s Office of Defects Investigation
Components
Seat belts › Front › Retractor
Recall 18V531000 on nhtsa.gov, with the manufacturer’s documents

Vehicles covered

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